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
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.
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 Laennecia genus
Laennecia gnaphalioides,
Laennecia artemisiifolia,
Laennecia chihuahuana,
Laennecia prolialba,
Laennecia mapimiana,
Laennecia turnerorum,
Laennecia lasseriana,
Laennecia filaginoides,
Laennecia pimana,
Laennecia gnaphalioides,
Laennecia sophiifolia,
Laennecia eriophylla,
Laennecia coulteri,
Laennecia schiedeana,
Laennecia spellenbergii,
Laennecia araneosa,
Laennecia altoandina,
Laennecia araneosa,
Laennecia confusa,
Laennecia microglossa,
Laennecia mima,
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,