Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Barroso
Source:
gcc
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Sellowia n.° 17: 79 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096123
Common Names
- Planaltoa Lychnophoroides
- Lychnophoroides
- Planaltoa
Description
Planaltoa lychnophoroides (also called 'Lychnophoroid Planaltoa', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Planaltoa lychnophoroides is an edible plant that can be used to make salads, teas, and soups. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems, fever, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Planaltoa lychnophoroides is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Planaltoa lychnophoroides is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring, in a sunny location and in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks.
Where to Find Planaltoa lychnophoroides
Planaltoa lychnophoroides is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Planaltoa lychnophoroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Planaltoa lychnophoroides?
Planaltoa lychnophoroides
What is the common name of Planaltoa lychnophoroides?
Lychnophorous Planaltoa
What is the natural habitat of Planaltoa lychnophoroides?
Lychnophorous Planaltoa is native to the highlands of Central and South America.
Species in the Planaltoa genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,