Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laxicephala
ID:
2272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 204 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001601



Common Names

  • Laxicephala Fleischmannia
  • Laxicephala Daisy
  • Laxicephala Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium laxicephalum Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Fleischmannia laxicephala (also called Fleischmann's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have a white midrib. It has yellow flowers with a white center and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Fleischmannia laxicephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fleischmannia laxicephala has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fleischmannia laxicephala is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Fleischmannia laxicephala

Fleischmannia laxicephala can be found in the western United States and Mexico.

Fleischmannia laxicephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fleischmannia laxicephala?

Fleischmannia laxicephala

What is the common name of Fleischmannia laxicephala?

Laxicephala

What is the family of Fleischmannia laxicephala?

Asteraceae

Where is Fleischmannia laxicephala native to?

Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Fleischmannia laxicephala?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Fleischmannia genus

Fleischmannia soratae, Fleischmannia yungasensis, Fleischmannia laxicephala, Fleischmannia anisopoda, Fleischmannia narinoensis, Fleischmannia klattiana, Fleischmannia yucatanensis, Fleischmannia ejidensis, Fleischmannia microstemoides, Fleischmannia bohlmanniana, Fleischmannia matudae, Fleischmannia mayorii, Fleischmannia capillipes, Fleischmannia tamboensis, Fleischmannia bridgesii, Fleischmannia imitans, Fleischmannia crocodilia, Fleischmannia guatemalensis, Fleischmannia arguta, Fleischmannia obscurifolia, Fleischmannia hemonophylla, Fleischmannia sideritides, Fleischmannia antiquorum, Fleischmannia prasiifolia, Fleischmannia sinclairii, Fleischmannia quirozii, Fleischmannia altihuanucana, Fleischmannia coibensis, Fleischmannia porphyranthema, Fleischmannia monagasensis, Fleischmannia bergantinensis, Fleischmannia multinervis, Fleischmannia granatensis, Fleischmannia allenii, Fleischmannia ferreyrae, Fleischmannia laxa, Fleischmannia zakii, Fleischmannia fragilis, Fleischmannia purpusii, Fleischmannia viscidipes, Fleischmannia schickendantzii, Fleischmannia harlingii, Fleischmannia marginata, Fleischmannia lloensis, Fleischmannia davidsmithii, Fleischmannia sinaloensis, Fleischmannia dissolvens, Fleischmannia loxensis, Fleischmannia hammellii, Fleischmannia blakei,

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-101545: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.