Leucogenes facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Leucogenes
Leucogenes grandiceps by Emily Cumming Harris (1837-1925) from New Zealand Flowers, New Zealand Berries and New Zealand Ferns
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
(unranked):	Angiosperms
(unranked):	Eudicots
(unranked):	Asterids
Order:	Asterales
Family:	Asteraceae
Subfamily:	Asteroideae
Tribe:	Gnaphalieae
Genus:	Leucogenes Beauverd
Synonyms
Helichrysum sect. Leontopodioides Benth.

Leucogenes is a special group of plants. They belong to the sunflower family. These plants are only found in New Zealand. This means they are endemic to New Zealand. They are sometimes called "New Zealand edelweiss" because they look a bit like the famous European edelweiss flower.

What are Leucogenes?

Leucogenes is a genus of plants. A genus is like a family name for a group of very similar plants. All plants in the Leucogenes genus share many features. They are known for their beautiful, often woolly or hairy leaves and flowers. This woolly texture helps them survive in tough mountain environments.

Where do Leucogenes Grow?

All species of Leucogenes are native to New Zealand. They grow in different parts of the country. You can find them in rocky areas and mountains. Their ability to grow in these harsh places makes them very unique.

Types of Leucogenes

There are a few different types, or species, of Leucogenes. Each one has its own special features. Here are the main ones:

• Leucogenes grandiceps - This species is found in New Zealand.
• Leucogenes leontopodium - This plant also grows in New Zealand.
• Leucogenes neglecta - You can find this species in New Zealand too.
• Leucogenes tarahaoa - This type of Leucogenes is native to New Zealand.

Each of these species is a part of New Zealand's amazing natural world. They are important for the country's biodiversity.