Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laeve
ID:
134323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harv.) Lundgren

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 31: 23 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133652



Common Names

  • Anaxeton
  • Smooth Anaxeton
  • Laeve Anaxeton


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Synonyms

  • Anaxeton asperum laeve Harv. [unknown]

Description

Anaxeton laeve (also called 'Smooth Anaxeton' and 'Smooth-Barked Anaxeton', among many other common names) is a small tree native to the eastern United States. It has smooth, gray bark and small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxeton laeve is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaxeton laeve is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxeton laeve is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Anaxeton laeve

Anaxeton laeve is native to the Mediterranean region.

Anaxeton laeve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxeton laeve?

Anaxeton laeve

What is the common name of Anaxeton laeve?

Smooth Anaxeton

What is the natural habitat of Anaxeton laeve?

It is found in the western United States and Canada

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-94457: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Jan Lundgren (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundgren' in the authors string.