Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
98069

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 43: 38 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000097398

Common Names

  • Palmer's lagascea
  • Lagascea palmeri
  • Palmeri lagascea

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Description

Lagascea palmeri (also called Palmer's Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lagascea palmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagascea palmeri has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagascea palmeri is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Lagascea palmeri

Lagascea palmeri is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Lagascea palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagascea palmeri?

Lagascea palmeri

What is the common name of Lagascea palmeri?

Palmer's Lagascea

Where is Lagascea palmeri native to?

Mexico

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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