Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrensis
ID:
114725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. i. 619.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114054



Common Names

  • Lactuca petrensis
  • Petren's Lettuce
  • Petren's Wild Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Lactuca hoepfneriana O.Hoffm. ex Merxm. [unknown]
  • Reichardia laciniata Klatt [unknown]

Description

Lactuca petrensis (also called Petren's lettuce, Petren's lettuce, and many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca petrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat liver disorders and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lactuca petrensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca petrensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Lactuca petrensis

Lactuca petrensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Italy, Spain, and France.

Lactuca petrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca petrensis?

Lactuca petrensis

What is the common name of Lactuca petrensis?

Petren's Lettuce

What type of plant is Lactuca petrensis?

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