Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dichotoma
ID:
12161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 317 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011490



Common Names

  • Lagophylla Dichotoma
  • Two-forked Lagophylla
  • Two-forked Rabbitbrush


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Description

Lagophylla dichotoma (also called two-forked lagophylla, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lagophylla dichotoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagophylla dichotoma is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagophylla dichotoma is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Lagophylla dichotoma

Lagophylla dichotoma is native to California and can be found in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and the Coast Ranges.

Lagophylla dichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagophylla dichotoma?

Lagophylla dichotoma

What is the common name of Lagophylla dichotoma?

Lagophylla

What is the family of Lagophylla dichotoma?

Asteraceae

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-111136: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.