Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
137043

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 92 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136372

Common Names

  • Lagascea angustifolia
  • Narrowleaf Lagascea
  • Narrowleaf False Dandelion

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Synonyms

  • Calhounia angustifolia A.Nelson [unknown]

Description

Lagascea angustifolia (also called Narrowleaf lagascea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy areas, such as desert washes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lagascea angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagascea angustifolia has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagascea angustifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It can be cultivated in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Lagascea angustifolia

Lagascea angustifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Lagascea angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagascea angustifolia?

Lagascea angustifolia

What is the common name of Lagascea angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Lagascea

Where does Lagascea angustifolia grow?

It is native to Chile and Argentina

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