Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spellenbergii
ID:
115290

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 267 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114619



Common Names

  • Spellenberg's Laennecia
  • Laennecia spellenbergii
  • Spellenberg's Aster


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Description

Laennecia spellenbergii (also called Spellenberg's Laennecia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with many small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Laennecia spellenbergii 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, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laennecia spellenbergii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laennecia spellenbergii is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Laennecia spellenbergii

Laennecia spellenbergii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Laennecia spellenbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laennecia spellenbergii?

Laennecia spellenbergii

What is the common name of Laennecia spellenbergii?

Spellenberg's Laennecia

Where is Laennecia spellenbergii found?

Laennecia spellenbergii is found in Mexico

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-76106: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.