Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxa
ID:
89642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 87 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088971



Common Names

  • Dubautia laxa
  • Lax Dubautia
  • Lax Hawaiian Dubautia


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Description

Dubautia laxa (also called Lax Dubautia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western parts of North America. It has a small, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and sometimes in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dubautia laxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dubautia laxa sub. bryanii (Sherff) G.D.Carr
Dubautia laxa sub. pseudoplantaginea (Skottsb.) G.D.Carr
Dubautia laxa sub. laxa
Dubautia laxa sub. hirsuta (Hillebr.) G.D.Carr

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dubautia laxa has small white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubautia laxa is a perennial plant that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dubautia laxa

Dubautia laxa can be found in the wet forests of Hawaii.

Dubautia laxa FAQ

What are the common names of Dubautia laxa?

Common names of Dubautia laxa include Hawaiian dubautia and Hawaiian silverbush.

What is the growth habit of Dubautia laxa?

Dubautia laxa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height.

What is the native range of Dubautia laxa?

Dubautia laxa is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

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-45296: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.