Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laxa
ID:
26429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 435 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025758

Common Names

  • Trichogonia laxa
  • Laxa Trichogonia
  • Trichogonia

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Description

Trichogonia laxa (also called Loose Trichogonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia laxa is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia laxa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia laxa is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers, flower beds, or as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Trichogonia laxa

Trichogonia laxa is native to South America and is found in dry, sandy areas. It can be found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Trichogonia laxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia laxa?

Trichogonia laxa

What is the common name of Trichogonia laxa?

Lax Trichogonia

What is the natural habitat of Trichogonia laxa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-124884: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.