Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
37487

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 71: 48. 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036816



Common Names

  • Laxiflora Brickellia
  • Brickellia
  • Laxiflora


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Synonyms

  • Barroetea brevipes B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Brickellia laxiflora (also called Loose-Flowered Brickellbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States, where it grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia laxiflora is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia laxiflora is an evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be about 6 inches long. Layering can be done in spring or summer by bending a branch to the ground and burying it in the soil. The branch should be kept in place with a stake or rock until it takes root.

Where to Find Brickellia laxiflora

Brickellia laxiflora can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas, at elevations of 1500-3000m.

Brickellia laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia laxiflora?

Brickellia laxiflora

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia laxiflora?

Brickellia laxiflora is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.

What is the growth habit of Brickellia laxiflora?

Brickellia laxiflora is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height.

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

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-135603: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.