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Description
Leucolepis Acanthoneura is a small, evergreen shrub that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the dry and rocky slopes of the Atacama Desert in Chile. This plant features small, gray-green leaves that are covered in fine hairs, giving it a soft and velvety texture. The flowers of Leucolepis Acanthoneura are small, yellow, and bloom in the summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Leucolepis |
Appearance
Leucolepis Acanthoneura is a small shrub that typically grows up to 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide. It has small, gray-green leaves that are covered in fine hairs, which give it a soft and velvety texture. The leaves are arranged in an alternate pattern and are oval in shape with a pointed tip. The flowers of Leucolepis Acanthoneura are small and yellow, and they bloom in the summer.
Care Guide
Water: Leucolepis Acanthoneura prefers well-draining soil and does not tolerate standing water. Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season, and reduce watering in the winter.Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.Soil: Leucolepis Acanthoneura prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun, but it can tolerate partial shade.Hardiness Zones: Leucolepis Acanthoneura is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Leucolepis Acanthoneura is generally pest and disease-free. However, it may be susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Habitat
Leucolepis Acanthoneura is native to the dry and rocky slopes of the Atacama Desert in Chile. It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate extreme heat and drought.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Leucolepis Acanthoneura be grown indoors?
A: Yes, it can be grown indoors in a sunny location.Q: How often should I water Leucolepis Acanthoneura?
A: Water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season, and reduce watering in the winter.Q: What type of soil does Leucolepis Acanthoneura prefer?
A: This plant prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.Q: Is Leucolepis Acanthoneura hardy?
A: Yes, it is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Leucolepis acanthophylla
- Leucolepis cuneifolia
- Leucolepis glandulosa
- Leucolepis nutans
References
- “Leucolepis Acanthoneura.” Pacific Horticulture Society. www.pacifichorticulture.org/articles/leucolepis-acanthoneura/.
- “Leucolepis Acanthoneura.” The Spruce. www.thespruce.com/leucolepis-acanthoneura-1902874.
- “Leucolepis Acanthoneura.” World of Succulents. www.worldofsucculents.com/leucolepis-acanthoneura/.
