Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
360081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Greuter & Burdet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 74 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359413

Common Names

  • Lomelosia micrantha
  • Micrantha Lomelosia
  • Micrantha Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Trochocephalus micranthus (Desf.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Scabiosa micrantha Desf. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa brevipora Freyn [unknown]
  • Scabiosa biebersteinii Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Sclerostemma biebersteinianum Schott [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus biebersteinii Sweet [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus micranthus (Desf.) Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Lomelosia micrantha (also called 'Small-flowered Bedstraw', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has slender stems that can reach up to 40 cm in height, and its leaves are linear and sessile. It prefers moist soils and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lomelosia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomelosia micrantha is yellow, with a tubular shape and four petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomelosia micrantha is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady forests. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Lomelosia micrantha

Lomelosia micrantha is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Lomelosia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomelosia micrantha?

Lomelosia micrantha

What is the common name of Lomelosia micrantha?

Small-flowered Lomelosia

What is the natural habitat of Lomelosia micrantha?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes

Species in the Lomelosia genus

Lomelosia variifolia, Lomelosia sulphurea, Lomelosia rhodantha, Lomelosia rhodopensis, Lomelosia roberti, Lomelosia rotata, Lomelosia rufescens, Lomelosia ulugbekii, Lomelosia songarica, Lomelosia speciosa, Lomelosia sphaciotica, Lomelosia stellata, Lomelosia simplex, Lomelosia pulsatilloides, Lomelosia calocephala, Lomelosia aucheri, Lomelosia balianii, Lomelosia bicolor, Lomelosia albocincta, Lomelosia camelorum, Lomelosia candollei, Lomelosia caucasica, Lomelosia cosmoides, Lomelosia reuteriana, Lomelosia brachiata, Lomelosia argentea, Lomelosia alpestris, Lomelosia palestina, Lomelosia macrochaete, Lomelosia micrantha, Lomelosia minoana, Lomelosia oberti-manettii, Lomelosia crenata, Lomelosia olivieri, Lomelosia kurdica, Lomelosia paucidentata, Lomelosia persica, Lomelosia polykratis, Lomelosia porphyroneura, Lomelosia prolifera, Lomelosia pseudograminifolia, Lomelosia olgae, Lomelosia cretica, Lomelosia cyprica, Lomelosia divaricata, Lomelosia epirota, Lomelosia flavida, Lomelosia lycia, Lomelosia graminifolia, Lomelosia leucactis,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:915225-1: Based on the initial data import