Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 186 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009010
Common Names
- Duarte's Lasiolaena
- Lasiolaena Duartei
- Duartei Lasiolaena
Description
Lasiolaena duartei (also called Duarte's Lasiolaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has narrow, toothed leaves and small yellow flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Lasiolaena duartei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lasiolaena duartei are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lasiolaena duartei is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It is typically propagated by seed or division and prefers a well-drained soil in full sun. It should be watered regularly and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C.
Where to Find Lasiolaena duartei
Lasiolaena duartei is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Lasiolaena duartei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasiolaena duartei?
Lasiolaena duartei
What is the common name of Lasiolaena duartei?
Duarte's Lasiolaena
What is the natural habitat of Lasiolaena duartei?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Lasiolaena 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,