Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setosa
ID:
16441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stebbins ex C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18(3): 444 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015770



Common Names

  • Prickly Lettuce
  • Wild Lettuce
  • Bitter Lettuce


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Description

Lactuca setosa (also called Bristly Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It grows to a height of 10-50 cm and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lactuca setosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lactuca setosa has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lactuca setosa is an annual herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Lactuca setosa

Lactuca setosa is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Lactuca setosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lactuca setosa?

Lactuca setosa

What type of plant is Lactuca setosa?

Lactuca setosa is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Lactuca setosa native to?

Lactuca setosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-115264: Based on the initial data import
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.