Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
8495

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Dandy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
in F. W. Andrews, Fl. Pl. Sudan 3: 40. 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007824

Common Names

  • Launaea Capitata
  • Headed Launaea
  • Headed Lettuce

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Synonyms

  • Lomatolepis glomerata Cass. [unknown]
  • Microrhynchus glomeratus Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Chondrilla capitata Sieber ex DC. [unknown]
  • Chondrilla capitata Sieber [unknown]
  • Sonchus mareoticus Barbey [unknown]
  • Sonchus mareoticus Delile [unknown]
  • Sonchus capitatus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Zollikoferia glomerata Boiss. [unknown]
  • Launaea glomerata Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Launaea capitata (also called Head-forming Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry habitats and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea capitata is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, four-angled seed. The seedlings are small, with four-angled leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea capitata is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Launaea capitata

Launaea capitata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Launaea capitata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Launaea capitata?

Launaea capitata is native to North Africa and the Middle East.

What is the growth habit of Launaea capitata?

Launaea capitata is an evergreen shrub with a spreading growth habit.

What is the lifespan of Launaea capitata?

Launaea capitata has a lifespan of up to 20 years.

Species in the Launaea genus

Launaea sarmentosa, Launaea quercifolia, Launaea oligocephala, Launaea capitata, Launaea aspleniifolia, Launaea picridioides, Launaea polydichotoma, Launaea almahrahensis, Launaea thalassica, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea rogersii, Launaea violacea, Launaea hafunensis, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea viminea, Launaea viminea, Launaea taraxacifolia, Launaea cabrae, Launaea nana, Launaea platyphylla, Launaea microcephala, Launaea socotrana, Launaea picridioides, Launaea arborescens, Launaea stocksiana, Launaea korovinii, Launaea massauensis, Launaea stenocephala, Launaea rhynchocarpa, Launaea acanthodes, Launaea petitiana, Launaea angustifolia, Launaea mucronata, Launaea polyclada, Launaea benadirensis, Launaea spinosa, Launaea bornmuelleri, Launaea quettaensis, Launaea castanosperma, Launaea cornuta, Launaea intybacea, Launaea massauensis, Launaea secunda, Launaea pumila, Launaea cervicornis, Launaea acaulis, Launaea procumbens, Launaea crepoides, Launaea amal-aminiae, Launaea crassifolia,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-107567: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
James Edgar Dandy (1903-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dandy' in the authors string.