Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lechleri
ID:
42810

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 184 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042139



Common Names

  • Lechler's Laestadia
  • Lechler's Aster
  • Lechler's Starwort


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Description

Laestadia lechleri (also called Lecher's aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 3 cm. It grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Laestadia lechleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laestadia lechleri has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laestadia lechleri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.

Where to Find Laestadia lechleri

Laestadia lechleri is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Laestadia lechleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laestadia lechleri?

Laestadia lechleri

What family does Laestadia lechleri belong to?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Laestadia lechleri?

Lechler's Laestadia

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,

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