Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. , ser. 3, 50: 141 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137983
Common Names
- Acanthospermum Lecocarpoides
- Lecocarpoides Acanthospermum
- Acanthospermum
Description
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides (also called Acanthospermum hispidum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a hairy stem and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthospermum lecocarpoides is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Acanthospermum lecocarpoides
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides can be found in the savannas of Central and South America, including the Cerrado, Pantanal, and Caatinga.
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthospermum lecocarpoides?
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides
What is the common name of Acanthospermum lecocarpoides?
Lecocarpous Acanthospermum
What is the natural habitat of Acanthospermum lecocarpoides?
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Acanthospermum genus
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,