Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 15: 35 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018553
Common Names
- Lobata Florestina
- Florestina Lobata
- Florestina
Description
Florestina lobata (also called Lobed Florestina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Asia and Europe. It has a short, erect stem and small, ovate leaves with serrated edges. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in moist meadows and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Florestina lobata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create hedges and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Florestina lobata has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Florestina lobata is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Florestina lobata
Florestina lobata is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Florestina lobata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Florestina lobata?
Florestina lobata
What is the family of Florestina lobata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Florestina lobata?
Lobed Florestina
Species in the Florestina 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,