Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasiocarpa
ID:
28845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Physis (Buenos Aires) 10: 280 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028174

Common Names

  • Lasiocarpa Facelis
  • Facelis
  • Facelis lasiocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Facelis capillaris Rusby [unknown]
  • Filago lasiocarpa (Lange ex Willk. & Lange) Pau [unknown]
  • Filago lasiocarpa Griseb. [unknown]
  • Lucilia erecta Benoist [unknown]
  • Facelis schultziana schultziana [unknown]
  • Facelis schultziana Beauverd [unknown]

Description

Facelis lasiocarpa (also called 'Roughleaf Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Americas, and is found in dry, open habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Facelis lasiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive problems, headaches, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Facelis lasiocarpa has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Facelis lasiocarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and the seedlings will emerge in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Facelis lasiocarpa

Facelis lasiocarpa is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky soils.

Facelis lasiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Facelis lasiocarpa?

Facelis lasiocarpa

What is the common name of Facelis lasiocarpa?

Facelis

Where does Facelis lasiocarpa grow?

Facelis lasiocarpa is found in the western United States and Mexico.

Species in the Facelis genus

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:102935-2: Based on the initial data import