Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 245 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031009
Common Names
- Lampropappus turbinellus
- Turbinellus Lampropappus
- Turbinellus Hawkweed
Description
Lampropappus turbinellus (also called Turbinellus Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Lampropappus turbinellus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in dried flower arrangements. It has also been used medicinally to treat digestive issues and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lampropappus turbinellus is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lampropappus turbinellus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Lampropappus turbinellus
Lampropappus turbinellus is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Chile, and Peru.
Lampropappus turbinellus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lampropappus turbinellus?
Lampropappus turbinellus
What type of plant is Lampropappus turbinellus?
It is a perennial flowering plant.
What is the natural habitat of Lampropappus turbinellus?
It is native to the western United States.
Species in the Lampropappus genus
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,