Melanoseris lessertiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lessertiana
ID:
93773
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Decne.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4(Bot.): 102 (Apr 1835 - Dec 1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093102
Common Names
- Lessert's Daisy
- Lessert's Melanoseris
- Lessert's Sunflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Lactuca lessertiana C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Hieracium lessertianum Wall. [unknown]
- Mulgedium lessertianum lessertianum [unknown]
- Melanoseris lyrata Decne. [unknown]
- Mulgedium lessertianum DC. [unknown]
- Mulgedium lessertianum dentatum DC. [unknown]
- Mulgedium lessertianum dentatum (DC.) Karthik. & Moorthy [unknown]
- Mulgedium lessertianum lyratum (Decne.) Karthik. & Moorthy [unknown]
- Cicerbita lessertiana dentata (DC.) Mamgain & R.R.Rao [unknown]
- Cicerbita lessertiana lyrata (Decne.) Mamgain & R.R.Rao [unknown]
- Cicerbita lessertiana lyrata (Decne.) Roohi Bano & Qaiser [unknown]
- Cicerbita lessertiana dentata (DC.) Roohi Bano & Qaiser [unknown]
Description
Melanoseris lessertiana (also called Lessert's lettuce, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small yellow flowers and is typically found in dry grasslands, disturbed areas, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Melanoseris lessertiana is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melanoseris lessertiana is a small yellow flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melanoseris lessertiana is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Melanoseris lessertiana
Melanoseris lessertiana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of France, Italy, and Spain.
Melanoseris lessertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melanoseris lessertiana?
Melanoseris lessertiana
What is the family of Melanoseris lessertiana?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Melanoseris lessertiana?
Lessert's Lettuce
Species in the Melanoseris genus
Melanoseris lessertiana, Melanoseris cyanea, Melanoseris yunnanensis, Melanoseris rhombiformis, Melanoseris macrantha, Melanoseris ciliata, Melanoseris beesiana, Melanoseris hirsuta, Melanoseris sichuanensis, Melanoseris taliensis, Melanoseris henryi, Melanoseris macrocephala, Melanoseris atropurpurea, Melanoseris leiolepis, Melanoseris likiangensis, Melanoseris pectiniformis, Melanoseris tenuis, Melanoseris graciliflora, Melanoseris leptantha, Melanoseris macrorhiza, Melanoseris violifolia, Melanoseris bracteata, Melanoseris souliei, Melanoseris brunoniana, Melanoseris decipiens, Melanoseris filicina, Melanoseris kashmiriana, Melanoseris lahulensis, Melanoseris polyclada, Melanoseris qinghaica, Melanoseris bonatii, Melanoseris dolichophylla, Melanoseris monocephala,
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
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:232168-1: Based on the initial data import