Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microsperma
ID:
95407

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Nachtr. Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee [Schumann & Lauterbach] 403. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094736



Common Names

  • Little Spiny Lettuce
  • Lactuca microsperma
  • Microsperma Lettuce


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Description

Lactuca microsperma (also called small-seeded lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape, with small, white flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca microsperma is a species of lettuce native to Europe. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. The plant is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lactuca microsperma is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a thin stem and a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca microsperma is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lactuca microsperma

Lactuca microsperma is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, especially in meadows and pastures.

Lactuca microsperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca microsperma?

Lactuca microsperma

What is the common name of Lactuca microsperma?

Small-seeded Lettuce

Where is Lactuca microsperma found?

Lactuca microsperma is found in Europe and North America

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,