Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muscicola
ID:
1471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: t. 32 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000800

Common Names

  • Muscicola Laestadia
  • Muscicola Ragweed
  • Muscicola Ambrosia

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Synonyms

  • Lagenophora muscicola (Wedd.) Sch.Bip. & S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Laestadia muscicola (also called Musky Laestadia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States, and is found in dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Laestadia muscicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laestadia muscicola has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laestadia muscicola is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Laestadia muscicola

Laestadia muscicola is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Laestadia muscicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laestadia muscicola?

Laestadia muscicola

What is the common name of Laestadia muscicola?

Muscicola

What is the natural habitat of Laestadia muscicola?

Dry, sandy soils

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,

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