Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubanguensis
ID:
95743

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18(3): 449 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095072



Common Names

  • Cuban Lettuce
  • Cubanguensis Lettuce
  • Lactuca Cubanguensis


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Description

Lactuca cubanguensis (also called Cuban Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Cuba and is found in moist soils in open grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca cubanguensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lactuca cubanguensis is a white, daisy-like bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca cubanguensis is a perennial herb that is native to Angola. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division of the rootstock can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Lactuca cubanguensis

Lactuca cubanguensis is native to Cuba and can be found in open, sunny areas, such as roadsides and fields. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Lactuca cubanguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca cubanguensis?

Lactuca cubanguensis

What is the common name of Lactuca cubanguensis?

Cuban lettuce

What type of plant is Lactuca cubanguensis?

Annual herb

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-51262: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.