Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lacunosus
ID:
24776

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex DC.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 944 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024105

Common Names

  • Lacunose Lessingianthus
  • Lacunose Daisy
  • Lacunose Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Cacalia lacunosa (Mart. ex DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia lacunosa Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia marrubiastrum Mart. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus lacunosus (also called Lacunose Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus lacunosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus lacunosus has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus lacunosus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Lessingianthus lacunosus

Lessingianthus lacunosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Lessingianthus lacunosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus lacunosus?

Lessingianthus lacunosus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus lacunosus?

Lacunose Lessingianthus

What is the family of Lessingianthus lacunosus?

Asteraceae

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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-123292: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.