Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
imbricatum
ID:
22387

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 82(3): 219 (1981): (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021716



Common Names

  • Lachnospermum
  • Imbricate Lachnospermum
  • Lachnospermum imbricatum


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum erythropogon Spreng. [unknown]
  • Metalasia uniflora D.Don [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum imbricatum Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Serratula imbricata Poir. [unknown]
  • Argyrocome imbricata H.Buek [unknown]
  • Staehelina imbricata P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Erythropogon imbricatus DC. [unknown]
  • Argyrocome vermiculata Poir. [unknown]
  • Metalasia imbricata Harv. [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum vermiculatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum vermiculatum Pers. [unknown]
  • Tuloclinia imbricata Raf. [deprecated]

Description

Lachnospermum imbricatum (also called Imbricate Lachnospermum, Imbricate Thistle, and Imbricate Cotton Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has purple flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnospermum imbricatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachnospermum imbricatum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a central disc. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnospermum imbricatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Lachnospermum imbricatum

Lachnospermum imbricatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and on slopes.

Lachnospermum imbricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnospermum imbricatum?

Lachnospermum imbricatum

What is the family of Lachnospermum imbricatum?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Lachnospermum imbricatum?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-1210: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.