Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lavenia
ID:
35093

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 304 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034422

Common Names

  • Adenostemma Lavenia
  • Lavenia
  • Adenostemma

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Description

Adenostemma lavenia (also called Laven's Adenostemma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces solitary flower heads on long stalks. It grows in open, grassy habitats, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Adenostemma lavenia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a spreading habit. It has small, daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow, orange, and white. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and flower beds, and is a great choice for erosion control on slopes and banks. The foliage is attractive and can be used as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Adenostemma lavenia var. rugosum (DC.) Ram Lal
Adenostemma lavenia var. latifolium (D.Don) Panigrahi
Adenostemma lavenia var. angustifolium (Arn.) Uniyal
Adenostemma lavenia var. reticulatum (DC.) Panigrahi
Adenostemma lavenia for. angustifolium (C.B.Clarke) Kosterm.
Adenostemma lavenia var. elatum (D.Don) Hochr.
Adenostemma lavenia var. microcephalum (DC.) J.Kost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenostemma lavenia has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenostemma lavenia is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Adenostemma lavenia

Adenostemma lavenia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Adenostemma lavenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenostemma lavenia?

Adenostemma lavenia

What is the common name of Adenostemma lavenia?

Lavenia Adenostemma

What is the habitat of Adenostemma lavenia?

It 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133281: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.