Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolialba
ID:
12515

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 223 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011844



Common Names

  • Prolialba
  • Laennecia prolialba
  • Prolialba


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Synonyms

  • Conyza prolialba prolialba [unknown]
  • Conyza prolialba Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Laennecia prolialba (also called White-rayed Laennecia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Laennecia prolialba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laennecia prolialba is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round, and the seedlings are about 1 cm tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laennecia prolialba is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Laennecia prolialba

Laennecia prolialba is native to South America, from Argentina to Chile.

Laennecia prolialba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laennecia prolialba?

Laennecia prolialba

What is the common name of Laennecia prolialba?

White-headed Daisy

Where is Laennecia prolialba native to?

South America

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:279297-2: Based on the initial data import