Status:
valid
Authors:
(Barthlott) Barthlott & N.Korotkova
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
in Willdenowia 40(2): 166. 2010.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749746
Common Names
- Lymanbensonia Brevispina
- Brevispina Lymanbensonia
- Short-Spined Lymanbensonia
Synonyms
- Pfeiffera brevispina (F.Ritter) P.V.Heath [invalid]
- Pfeiffera brevispina D.R.Hunt [unknown]
- Rhipsalis riocampanensis Madsen & Z.Aguirre [unknown]
- Acanthorhipsalis brevispina F.Ritter ex Doweld [illegitimate]
- Acanthorhipsalis brevispina F.Ritter [invalid]
- Rhipsalis brevispina (Barthlott) Kimnach [unknown]
- Lepismium brevispinum Barthlott [unknown]
Description
Lymanbensonia brevispina (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Lymanbensonia brevispina is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lymanbensonia brevispina has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lymanbensonia brevispina is a perennial herb that is native to Peru. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Lymanbensonia brevispina
Lymanbensonia brevispina is native to Peru.
Lymanbensonia brevispina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lymanbensonia brevispina?
Lymanbensonia brevispina
What is the common name of Lymanbensonia brevispina?
Short-spined Lymanbensonia
What is the natural habitat of Lymanbensonia brevispina?
Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Lymanbensonia genus
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum,
Acanthocalycium spiniflorum,
Acanthocalycium thionanthum,
Acanthocalycium leucanthum,
Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum,
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum,
Acanthocereus chiapensis,
Acanthocereus tetragonus,
Acanthocereus guatemalensis,
Acanthocereus maculatus,
Acanthocereus canoensis,
Acanthocereus castellae,
Acanthocereus cuixmalensis,
Acanthocereus fosterianus,
Acanthocereus haackeanus,
Acanthocereus hesperius,
Acanthocereus hirschtianus,
Acanthocereus macdougallii,
Acanthocereus oaxacensis,
Acanthocereus paradoxus,
Acanthocereus rosei,
Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus,
Acanthocereus atropurpureus,
Acharagma aguirreanum,
Acharagma roseanum,
Airampoa albisaetacens,
Airampoa armata,
Airampoa ayrampo,
Airampoa boliviensis,
Airampoa cedergreniana,
Airampoa chilensis,
Airampoa corrugata,
Airampoa erectoclada,
Airampoa ianthinantha,
Airampoa microdisca,
Airampoa minuscula,
Airampoa orurensis,
Airampoa panellana,
Airampoa picardoi,
Airampoa silvestris,
Airampoa tilcarensis,
Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis,
Aporocactus flagelliformis,
Aporocactus martianus,
Aporocactus moennighoffii,
Aporocactus knebelii,
Aporoheliocereus smithianus,
Ariocarpus agavoides,
Ariocarpus bravoanus,
Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Nadja Korotkova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Korotkova' in the authors string.