Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
87312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 85 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086641



Common Names

  • Lettuce Grass
  • Prairie Lettuce
  • Prairie Wild Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Galathenium graminifolium Nutt. [unknown]
  • Wiestia graminifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Lactuca graminea Spreng. [unknown]
  • Lactuca graminifolia graminifolia [unknown]
  • Lactuca graminifolia arizonica McVaugh [unknown]
  • Lactuca elongata graminifolia Chapm. [unknown]
  • Lactuca graminifolia mexicana McVaugh [deprecated]

Description

Lactuca graminifolia (also called 'Grass-leaved Lettuce', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca graminifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright blue flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lactuca graminifolia has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca graminifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lactuca graminifolia

Lactuca graminifolia is native to Europe and can be found in countries such as France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Lactuca graminifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca graminifolia?

Lactuca graminifolia

What is the natural habitat of Lactuca graminifolia?

Lactuca graminifolia is found in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering period of Lactuca graminifolia?

Lactuca graminifolia typically flowers from June to August.

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-43025: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.