Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laconicum
ID:
119849

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr. ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 715 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119178



Common Names

  • Laconian Hymenonema
  • Laconian Hymenonem
  • Laconian Hymenonemus


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Synonyms

  • Catananche graeca Bory & Chaub. [unknown]

Description

Hymenonema laconicum (also called Laconian Hymenonema, among many other common names) is an annual plant species of the genus Hymenonema. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads that are usually solitary.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenonema laconicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenonema laconicum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenonema laconicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Hymenonema laconicum

Hymenonema laconicum is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Hymenonema laconicum FAQ

What type of soil does Hymenonema laconicum prefer?

Hymenonema laconicum prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Hymenonema laconicum need?

Hymenonema laconicum needs full sun to partial shade.

What type of climate does Hymenonema laconicum prefer?

Hymenonema laconicum prefers a warm, dry climate.

Species in the Hymenonema 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-8048: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.