Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
foliosus
ID:
63018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 21(11): 487, t. 225. 1894 [24 Nov 1894]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062347

Common Names

  • Lophopappus foliosus
  • Leafy Lophopappus
  • Leafy Lophopappus Flower

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Synonyms

  • Proustia foliosa (Rusby) Ferreyra [unknown]

Description

Lophopappus foliosus (also called Leafy Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has small, oblong leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lophopappus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lophopappus foliosus has yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lophopappus foliosus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Lophopappus foliosus

Lophopappus foliosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Lophopappus foliosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lophopappus foliosus?

Lophopappus foliosus

Where is Lophopappus foliosus found?

Lophopappus foliosus is found in South America.

What type of plant is Lophopappus foliosus?

Lophopappus foliosus is a type of herb.

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-19351: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.