Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coulteri
ID:
82178

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 217 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081507



Common Names

  • Coulteri Laennecia
  • Coulteri Horseweed
  • Coulteri False-Aster


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Description

Laennecia coulteri (also called Coulter's Laennecia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a branched stem. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrate. It grows in disturbed areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Laennecia coulteri, commonly known as Coulter's Horseweed, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laennecia coulteri is a small yellow disc flower, with a single yellow disc floret in the center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laennecia coulteri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Laennecia coulteri

Laennecia coulteri is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and can be found in dry, open areas.

Laennecia coulteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laennecia coulteri?

Laennecia coulteri

Where is Laennecia coulteri found?

Laennecia coulteri is found in the Mediterranean region.

What is the habitat of Laennecia coulteri?

Laennecia coulteri is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.

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-38053: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.