Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriophylla
ID:
80448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 218 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079777

Common Names

  • Laennecia eriophylla
  • Woolly Horseweed
  • Horseweed

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Synonyms

  • Conyza eriophylla (A.Gray) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Erigeron eriophyllus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Laennecia eriophylla (also called woolly horsebrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Laennecia eriophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Laennecia eriophylla flower is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laennecia eriophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and poor soils. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Laennecia eriophylla

Laennecia eriophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region and in parts of North Africa.

Laennecia eriophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laennecia eriophylla?

Laennecia eriophylla

What is the family of Laennecia eriophylla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Laennecia eriophylla?

Woolly Aster

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-36351: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.