Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpestris
ID:
40649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gand.) Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Nat. cv. II. Abt. 1, 160 . cumdescr. ampl. 1943

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039978



Common Names

  • Alpine Lettuce
  • Alpine Lactuca
  • Mountain Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Phoenixopus alpestris Gand. [unknown]
  • Scariola alpestris (Gand.) Greuter, Matthäs & Risse [unknown]
  • Lactuca viminea decumbens Halácsy [unknown]
  • Scariola alpestris (Gand.) Holub [unknown]
  • Lactuca viminea alpestris (Gand.) V.Ferakova [unknown]

Description

Lactuca alpestris (also called Alpine Lettuce, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape, with a dentate margin. It is native to the Alps and is commonly found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca alpestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as it is able to grow in dry and rocky soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lactuca alpestris has yellow flowers that are about 3 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca alpestris is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Lactuca alpestris

Lactuca alpestris can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lactuca alpestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca alpestris?

Lactuca alpestris

What type of plant is Lactuca alpestris?

Lactuca alpestris is an annual herb.

Where is Lactuca alpestris found?

Lactuca alpestris is found in Europe and Asia.

What is the growth habit of Lactuca alpestris?

Lactuca alpestris is a low-growing herb with a rosette of leaves.

What is the flower color of Lactuca alpestris?

Lactuca alpestris has yellow flowers.

Species in the Lactuca genus

Lactuca floridana, Lactuca acanthifolia, Lactuca formosana, Lactuca microcephala, Lactuca longespicata, Lactuca rostrata, Lactuca scarioloides, Lactuca praevia, Lactuca zambeziaca, Lactuca schulzeana, Lactuca cyprica, Lactuca rosularis, Lactuca tinctociliata, Lactuca tenerrima, Lactuca dregeana, Lactuca brachyrrhyncha, Lactuca klossii, Lactuca intricata, Lactuca rechingeriana, Lactuca muralis, Lactuca mwinilungensis, Lactuca marunguensis, Lactuca serriola, Lactuca longidentata, Lactuca setosa, Lactuca palmensis, Lactuca corymbosa, Lactuca muralis, Lactuca lasiorhiza, Lactuca triangulata, Lactuca singularis, Lactuca perennis, Lactuca rostrata, Lactuca praecox, Lactuca aculeata, Lactuca czerepanovii, Lactuca dissecta, Lactuca virosa, Lactuca fenzlii, Lactuca raddeana, Lactuca repens, Lactuca hispida, Lactuca biennis, Lactuca mansuensis, Lactuca undulata, Lactuca tatarica, Lactuca indica, Lactuca orientalis, Lactuca alpestris, Lactuca stebbinsii,

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-138666: Based on the initial data import
Michel Gandoger (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gand.' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.