Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
loesneri
ID:
49330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 54. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048659



Common Names

  • Aetheolaena loesneri
  • Loesner's Aetheolaena
  • Loesner's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio loeseneri Hieron. [unknown]
  • Lasiocephalus loeseneri (Hieron.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Aetheolaena loesneri (also called Loesner's Aetheolaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to Mexico and is found in open meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It is an annual herb with a single stem, growing up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are linear, up to 5 cm long, and its flowers are yellow, with a yellow center and white ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Aetheolaena loesneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make natural dyes and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aetheolaena loesneri is a small yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aetheolaena loesneri is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Aetheolaena loesneri

Aetheolaena loesneri is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Aetheolaena loesneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Aetheolaena loesneri

What type of plant is this?

Herbaceous annual

Where is this plant native to?

South America

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-147163: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.