Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brachypterus
ID:
119890

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm. ex Zahlbr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Hofmus. xx. (1905) 57.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119219



Common Names

  • Lasiopogon brachypterus
  • Short-winged Beard-heath
  • Short Winged Heath


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Description

Lasiopogon brachypterus (also called 'Short-winged Beard-heath', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiopogon brachypterus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasiopogon brachypterus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and have thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiopogon brachypterus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 7-14 days. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or early summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Lasiopogon brachypterus

Lasiopogon brachypterus is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Lasiopogon brachypterus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiopogon brachypterus?

Lasiopogon brachypterus

What is the common name of Lasiopogon brachypterus?

Short-winged beard grass

What is the natural habitat of Lasiopogon brachypterus?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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-80518: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Alexander Zahlbruckner (1860-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahlbr.' in the authors string.