Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
50320

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Oliv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Transactions of the Linnean Society of London 29 1873

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049649



Common Names

  • Laggera alata
  • Winged Laggera
  • Laggera


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Description

Laggera alata (also called Wingleaf laggera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to a height of about 30 cm. It is native to Africa and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Laggera alata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laggera alata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is a small, black, flat disc. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laggera alata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Laggera alata

Laggera alata is found in wetland areas in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Laggera alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laggera alata?

Laggera alata

What is the common name of Laggera alata?

Laggera alata

Where is Laggera alata found?

Laggera alata is found in Africa

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-148176: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.