Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
110484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f. & Tuisl

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. ci. 398 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000109813



Common Names

  • Small Lettuce
  • Common Lettuce
  • Wild Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Steptorhamphus pumilus (Rech.f. & Tuisl) Tuisl [unknown]

Description

Lactuca pumila (also called narrowleaf lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and North Africa and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lactuca pumila is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca pumila is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by division of the root system or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and lightly shaded until the seedlings are established.

Where to Find Lactuca pumila

Lactuca pumila is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Lactuca pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca pumila?

Lactuca pumila

What is the natural habitat of Lactuca pumila?

Grassy areas and disturbed habitats

What is the flowering season of Lactuca pumila?

Summer

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-6868: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Gerhard Tuisl (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuisl' in the authors string.