Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
69935

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 22: 593 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069264



Common Names

  • Laestadia costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Laestadia
  • Costa Rican Laestadia


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Description

Laestadia costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Laestadia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Laestadia costaricensis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and produces yellow flowers. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and to help control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laestadia costaricensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laestadia costaricensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10-15 cm apart when they are about 5 cm tall. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems in the spring and root them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Laestadia costaricensis

Laestadia costaricensis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Laestadia costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laestadia costaricensis?

Laestadia costaricensis

What is the common name of Laestadia costaricensis?

Costa Rican Laestadia

Where is Laestadia costaricensis found?

Laestadia costaricensis is found in Costa Rica.

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-26095: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.