Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassifolia
ID:
87814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Hochst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(1, Intelligenzbl.): 26 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087143



Common Names

  • Laggera
  • Laggera crassifolia
  • Thick-leaved Laggera


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Synonyms

  • Blumea crassifolia Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Laggera crassifolia (also called Thick Laggera, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It has a thin stem with large, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Laggera crassifolia has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laggera crassifolia has small, yellow flowers with dark centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laggera crassifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors and will germinate in 1-3 months.

Where to Find Laggera crassifolia

Laggera crassifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey. It can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Laggera crassifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laggera crassifolia?

Laggera crassifolia

What is the common name of Laggera crassifolia?

Thick-leaved laggera

What type of plant is Laggera crassifolia?

Perennial herb

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

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:228470-1: Based on the initial data import