Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33: 120 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004632
Common Names
- Leunisia laeta
- Laeta Leunisia
- Smooth Leunisia
Description
Leunisia laeta (also called Laeta's leunisia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, sunny areas and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leunisia laeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leunisia laeta has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leunisia laeta is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be used.
Where to Find Leunisia laeta
Leunisia laeta can be found in the dry forests of Central and South America.
Leunisia laeta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leunisia laeta?
Leunisia laeta
What is the common name of Leunisia laeta?
Laeta leunisia
Where is Leunisia laeta native to?
Mexico
Species in the Leunisia 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,