Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lobbii
ID:
47937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 141 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047266



Common Names

  • Acilepis lobbii
  • Lobb's Acilepis
  • Acilepis Lobbii


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia lobbii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cacalia lobbii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Acilepis lobbii (also called 'Lobb's Hedgehog-grass', among many other common names) is an annual grass of the family Poaceae. It has small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis lobbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acilepis lobbii has yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis lobbii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Acilepis lobbii

Acilepis lobbii is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Acilepis lobbii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis lobbii?

Acilepis lobbii

What is the common name of Acilepis lobbii?

Lobb's acilepis

What is the natural habitat of Acilepis lobbii?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows

Species in the Acilepis genus

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-145734: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.