Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 8: 183 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032120
Common Names
- Lachnospermum Fasciculatum
- Fasciculate Lachnospermum
- Fasciculate Rayless Thistle
Description
Lachnospermum fasciculatum (also called 'Fascicled Lachnospermum', among many other common names) is an annual herb with narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in disturbed areas and open fields.
Uses & Benefits
Lachnospermum fasciculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lachnospermum fasciculatum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachnospermum fasciculatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in spring, or divided in spring or autumn. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Lachnospermum fasciculatum
Lachnospermum fasciculatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Lachnospermum fasciculatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachnospermum fasciculatum?
Lachnospermum fasciculatum
What is the common name of Lachnospermum fasciculatum?
Fascicled Lachnospermum
What is the natural habitat of Lachnospermum fasciculatum?
It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils
Species in the Lachnospermum 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,