Leuanvetoa

Leuanvetoa is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to South America. The genus is characterized by its small, erect shrubs or subshrubs, typically growing to a height of 1 to 2 meters. Leuanvetoa species are known for their attractive, daisy-like flowers, which are usually yellow or white and arranged in dense, flat-topped inflorescences.

The genus was first described by the German botanist Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius in 1840, and it is named after the French botanist Jean Louis Leandri. Leuanvetoa species are often cultivated as ornamental plants in gardens and nurseries, due to their attractive flowers and low maintenance requirements. They are also used in traditional medicine in some South American countries, where they are believed to have various medicinal properties.

Leuanvetoa species are typically propagated by seed or cuttings, and they prefer well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. They are relatively hardy plants, able to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels. However, they are not frost-tolerant and should be protected from cold winters.

There are currently around 20 recognized species of Leuanvetoa, with the most well-known being Leuanvetoa multiflora, which is widely cultivated for its attractive flowers. Other notable species include Leuanvetoa corymbosa and Leuanvetoa involucrata, both of which are also popular in gardens and nurseries.