Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
liebmannii
ID:
62239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Leopoldina 23: 146 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061568

Common Names

  • Liebmann's Daisy
  • Silver Daisy
  • Silverleaf Daisy

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Description

Sinclairia liebmannii (also called Liebmann's Sinclairia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia liebmannii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinclairia liebmannii is yellow, with multiple yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia liebmannii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the soil.

Where to Find Sinclairia liebmannii

Sinclairia liebmannii is native to the southwestern United States, where it is found in dry, rocky soils.

Sinclairia liebmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia liebmannii?

Sinclairia liebmannii

What are the common names of Sinclairia liebmannii?

Liebmann's daisy, Liebmann's daisy

What is the habitat of Sinclairia liebmannii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:236666-2: Based on the initial data import