Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lipsch.) W.A.Weber
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55(1): 7 (1984): (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064212
Common Names
- Milkweed
- White Milkweed
- White-veined Milkweed
Description
Askellia lactea (also called 'Milk Askellia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long stems with white flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Askellia lactea is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, native to Mexico. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with small, white flowers. It is often used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, or as an accent plant in containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Askellia lactea has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have short, thick stems and large, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Askellia lactea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Askellia lactea
Askellia lactea is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and scrublands.
Askellia lactea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Askellia lactea?
Askellia lactea
What is the common name of Askellia lactea?
Milky Askellia
What is the natural habitat of Askellia lactea?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
Species in the Askellia genus
Askellia alaica,
Askellia sogdiana,
Askellia elegans,
Askellia karelinii,
Askellia pseudonaniformis,
Askellia pygmaea,
Askellia jacutica,
Askellia naniformis,
Askellia lactea,
Askellia flexuosa,
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,