Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000109



Common Names

  • Lachnospermum ericoides
  • Heath Daisy
  • Heath Daisy Bush


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Description

Lachnospermum ericoides (also called White-flowered Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnospermum ericoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachnospermum ericoides is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnospermum ericoides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lachnospermum ericoides

Lachnospermum ericoides is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, and Zhejiang.

Lachnospermum ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnospermum ericoides?

Lachnospermum ericoides

What is the common name of Lachnospermum ericoides?

Heath Daisy

What is the habitat of Lachnospermum ericoides?

Open grassland, heathland, and dry rocky places

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,

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