Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lagascae
ID:
70607

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillies ex D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Philos. Mag. Ann. Chem. 11: 389. (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069936



Common Names

  • Dolichlasium Lagascae
  • Lagascae Dolichlasium
  • Lagasca's Dolichlasium


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Synonyms

  • Trixis glandulifera Lag. [unknown]
  • Dolichlasium glanduliferum Lag. ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Trixis lagascae (Gillies ex D.Don) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Trixis glandulifera Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Dolichlasium lagascae (also called Lagasca's dolichlasium, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides and dry fields.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichlasium lagascae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dolichlasium lagascae is a white to pink thistle-like flower head with numerous disk florets and a few ray florets. The seed is a small, brown, flat achene with a pappus. The seedlings are slender, with a single stem and a few small, spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichlasium lagascae is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light potting mix. Once established, the plant will require little care and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Dolichlasium lagascae

Dolichlasium lagascae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is typically found in the wild in countries such as Greece, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.

Dolichlasium lagascae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichlasium lagascae?

Dolichlasium lagascae

What is the common name of Dolichlasium lagascae?

Dolichlasium

Where can Dolichlasium lagascae be found?

It can be found in Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Dolichlasium 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-26738: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.