Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 210 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071529
Common Names
- Lactuca Homblei
- Homble's Lettuce
- Homble's Lactuca
Description
Lactuca homblei (also called Lactuca homblei, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, ovate leaves with serrated margins. It is found in wet, tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lactuca homblei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as an ingredient in potpourri and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lactuca homblei is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white underside.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lactuca homblei is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Lactuca homblei
Lactuca homblei is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.
Lactuca homblei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lactuca homblei?
Lactuca homblei
What is the common name of Lactuca homblei?
Homblei
What is the natural habitat of Lactuca homblei?
Rocky slopes
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,