Status:
valid
Authors:
(Adamska & Lisowski) Kalanda
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56(3-4): 384 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026741
Common Names
- Lejoly Ageratinastrum
- Ageratinastrum lejolyanum
- Lejoly Ageratinastrum
Synonyms
- Vernonia lejolyana I.Adamska & S.Lisowski [unknown]
Description
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum (also called Lejoly's Ageratinastrum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has large, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, open areas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring agent in cooking.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ageratinastrum lejolyanum is yellow and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum is a perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Ageratinastrum lejolyanum
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ageratinastrum lejolyanum?
Ageratinastrum lejolyanum
What is the common name of Ageratinastrum lejolyanum?
Lejoly's Ageratinastrum
Where is Ageratinastrum lejolyanum native to?
Africa
Species in the Ageratinastrum 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
I. Adamska: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adamska' in the authors string.