Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ovatus
ID:
18671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Mag. Neuesten Entdeck. Gesammten Naturk. Ges. Naturf. Freunde Berlin 8: 309 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018000



Common Names

  • Lasiocephalus ovatus
  • Ovate Lasiocephalus
  • Ovate Snake-head


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Synonyms

  • Culcitium reflexum Kunth [unknown]
  • Culcitium uniflorum (Lam.) Hieron. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium uniflorum Lam. [unknown]
  • Senecio reflexus (Kunth) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Culcitium ovatum (Schltdl.) S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Senecio superandinus Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio imbaburensis Sklenář & Marhold [unknown]

Description

Lasiocephalus ovatus (also called Smooth Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small yellow flowers and is usually found in grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocephalus ovatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocephalus ovatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10.

Where to Find Lasiocephalus ovatus

Lasiocephalus ovatus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Lasiocephalus ovatus FAQ

What are the common names of Lasiocephalus ovatus?

Common names of Lasiocephalus ovatus include round-headed thistle and woolly-headed thistle.

What is the habitat of Lasiocephalus ovatus?

Lasiocephalus ovatus is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

What are the characteristics of Lasiocephalus ovatus?

Lasiocephalus ovatus is an annual or biennial plant that grows to a height of up to 1m. It has a spiny stem and leaves that are deeply lobed and covered in white hairs.

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