Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 5(13): 29. 1906
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068289
Common Names
- Cuneatus Lophopappus
- Lophopappus cuneatus
- Cuneatus False Aster
Description
Lophopappus cuneatus (also called cuneate lophopappus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Lophopappus cuneatus is used as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lophopappus cuneatus is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with many petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus krishnae can be propagated by seed, air layering, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Air layering is done by making a wound in the stem and wrapping it in moist sphagnum moss until roots form. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet and the cutting should be kept in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Lophopappus cuneatus
Lophopappus cuneatus is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy, and rocky areas.
Lophopappus cuneatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lophopappus cuneatus?
Lophopappus cuneatus
What is the common name of Lophopappus cuneatus?
Cuneatus
What is the family of Lophopappus cuneatus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Lophopappus 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,