Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gargantanus
ID:
23705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 40: 310 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023034



Common Names

  • Gargantuan Lasiocephalus
  • Lasiocephalus gargantanus
  • Gargantuan Tarweed


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Synonyms

  • Culcitium gargantanum Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio gargantanus (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Lasiocephalus gargantanus (also called giant tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocephalus gargantanus is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiocephalus gargantanus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocephalus gargantanus is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to divide the clumps every few years to keep the plants vigorous.

Where to Find Lasiocephalus gargantanus

Lasiocephalus gargantanus is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Lasiocephalus gargantanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiocephalus gargantanus?

Lasiocephalus gargantanus

What is the family of Lasiocephalus gargantanus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lasiocephalus gargantanus?

Giant Ragweed

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-122264: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.