Chaenactis lacera - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacera
ID:
45723
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Pittonia 1(6): 291 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045052
Common Names
- Lacera Chaenactis
- Lacera Fleabane
- Lacera Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chaenactis lacera (also called White Pincushion, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush steppe and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Chaenactis lacera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaenactis lacera has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chaenactis lacera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division or seed and will self-seed in the garden.
Where to Find Chaenactis lacera
Chaenactis lacera can be found in the deserts of California and Nevada.
Chaenactis lacera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaenactis lacera?
Chaenactis lacera
What is the common name of Chaenactis lacera?
Slender pincushion
Where is Chaenactis lacera native to?
Southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Chaenactis genus
Chaenactis nevadensis, Chaenactis santolinoides, Chaenactis thompsonii, Chaenactis carphoclinia, Chaenactis fremontii, Chaenactis macrantha, Chaenactis cusickii, Chaenactis alpigena, Chaenactis glabriuscula, Chaenactis parishii, Chaenactis douglasii, Chaenactis lacera, Chaenactis stevioides, Chaenactis nevii, Chaenactis evermannii, Chaenactis xantiana, Chaenactis suffrutescens, Chaenactis artemisiifolia,
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-143571: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.