Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth. ex Oerst.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Dansk Naturhist. Foren. Kjobenhavn (1852) 111.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014352
Common Names
- Lycoseris grandis
- Large Lycoseris
- Large Sunray
Description
Lycoseris grandis (also called large lycoseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a shallow root system. It is found in dry, open areas, including rocky slopes, grasslands, and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Lycoseris grandis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in potpourri. It has a pleasant scent and can be used to repel insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lycoseris grandis is white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lycoseris grandis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Lycoseris grandis
Lycoseris grandis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Lycoseris grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lycoseris grandis?
Lycoseris grandis
What is the common name of Lycoseris grandis?
Large Lycoseris
What is the family of Lycoseris grandis?
Asteraceae
Species in the Lycoseris genus
Lycoseris retroflexa,
Lycoseris boliviana,
Lycoseris grandis,
Lycoseris colombiana,
Lycoseris minor,
Lycoseris retroflexa,
Lycoseris crocata,
Lycoseris trinervis,
Lycoseris eggersii,
Lycoseris triplinervia,
Lycoseris mexicana,
Lycoseris eggersii,
Lycoseris grandis,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,