Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
legionensis
ID:
70238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lacaita) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 305 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069567



Common Names

  • Legion Daisy
  • Klasea Daisy
  • Mountain Daisy


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Description

Klasea legionensis (also called Legion's Klasea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has silver-green foliage and yellow daisy-like flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Klasea legionensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Klasea legionensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green, round plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Klasea legionensis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Klasea legionensis

Klasea legionensis can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Klasea legionensis FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Klasea legionensis?

Klasea legionensis prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Klasea legionensis?

Klasea legionensis prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.

How much sunlight does Klasea legionensis need?

Klasea legionensis prefers full sun, at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Species in the Klasea genus

Klasea gracillima, Klasea erucifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea kotschyi, Klasea haussknechtii, Klasea cardunculus, Klasea flavescens, Klasea khuzistanica, Klasea aphyllopoda, Klasea radiata, Klasea chartacea, Klasea cerinthifolia, Klasea hastifolia, Klasea lyratifolia, Klasea suffruticulosa, Klasea lasiocephala, Klasea aznavouriana, Klasea coriacea, Klasea pallida, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea leptoclada, Klasea bulgarica, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea viciifolia, Klasea latifolia, Klasea procumbens, Klasea legionensis, Klasea biebersteiniana, Klasea grandifolia, Klasea bogdensis, Klasea serratuloides, Klasea melanocheila, Klasea pusilla, Klasea nudicaulis, Klasea kurdica, Klasea marginata, Klasea cretica, Klasea bornmuelleri, Klasea hakkiarica, Klasea integrifolia, Klasea sogdiana, Klasea suffulta, Klasea mouterdei, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea baetica, Klasea quinquefolia, Klasea dissecta, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea oligocephala,

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-26386: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Charles Carmichael Lacaita (1853-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lacaita' in the authors string.