Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laciniata
ID:
123657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vasey & Rose

Source:
gcc

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Proc. U. S. Natl. Mus. 1888, 11: 535 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122986



Common Names

  • Frayed Sunray
  • Laciniate Encelia
  • Ragged Sunray


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Description

Encelia laciniata (also called Cutleaf Encelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Encelia laciniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encelia laciniata is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black, and has a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encelia laciniata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and can tolerate some drought. It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Encelia laciniata

Encelia laciniata can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Encelia laciniata FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Encelia laciniata?

Encelia laciniata prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should Encelia laciniata be watered?

Encelia laciniata should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be allowed to dry out completely.

What type of soil is best for Encelia laciniata?

Encelia laciniata prefers a light, sandy soil with good drainage.

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-84138: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.