Lasiopogon ponticulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ponticulus
ID:
35745
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hilliard
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 82(3): 213 (1981) (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035074
Common Names
- Lasiopogon ponticulus
- Pontic Lasiopogon
- Pontic Woolly-heads
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasiopogon ponticulus (also called Pontic Lasiopogon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.6m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Lasiopogon ponticulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lasiopogon ponticulus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasiopogon ponticulus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. 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 grown in a warm, dry location.
Where to Find Lasiopogon ponticulus
Lasiopogon ponticulus is found in the western United States, from California to Texas. It prefers dry, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed sites such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Lasiopogon ponticulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasiopogon ponticulus?
Lasiopogon ponticulus
What type of plant is Lasiopogon ponticulus?
It is an annual flowering plant
Where is Lasiopogon ponticulus native to?
It is native to Europe
Species in the Lasiopogon 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133923: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.