Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lecocarpoides
ID:
138654

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1697-2: Based on the initial data import