Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
salicina
ID:
126841

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Urbatsch, R.P.Roberts & Neubig

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1624 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126170

Common Names

  • Lorandersonia salicina
  • Salicina Lorandersonia
  • Lorandersonia

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Description

Lorandersonia salicina (also called Willow Lorandersonia, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky and dry habitats, and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Lorandersonia salicina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and respiratory infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lorandersonia salicina is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and feathery.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lorandersonia salicina is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Lorandersonia salicina

Lorandersonia salicina can be found in Chile.

Lorandersonia salicina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lorandersonia salicina?

Lorandersonia salicina

What is the common name of Lorandersonia salicina?

Willowy Lorandersonia

What is the habitat of Lorandersonia salicina?

It is found in the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala

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-87215: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Kurt M. Neubig (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neubig' in the authors string.