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
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.
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 Lagascea 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,