Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laniferus
ID:
51855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cristóbal & Dematt.) M.B.Angulo

Source:
gcc

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61(2): 238 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051184

Common Names

  • Lessingianthus laniferus
  • Laniferus Lessingianthus
  • Laniferus Starwort

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Description

Lessingianthus laniferus (also called Wool-Bearing Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus laniferus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and kidney problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus laniferus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus laniferus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is not very drought tolerant and will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lessingianthus laniferus

Lessingianthus laniferus can be found in the dry forests of the Brazilian Cerrado, as well as in the Gran Chaco of Paraguay and Argentina.

Lessingianthus laniferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus laniferus?

Lessingianthus laniferus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus laniferus?

Woolly Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus laniferus?

Mesic prairies, savannas, and open woodlands

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-149728: Based on the initial data import
Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.
Carmen Lelia Cristóbal (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cristóbal' in the authors string.
María Betiana Angulo (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Angulo' in the authors string.