Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microglossa
ID:
16473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco : 205 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015802



Common Names

  • Microgloss Lasthenia
  • Small-lipped Lasthenia
  • Small-lipped Goldfields


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Description

Lasthenia microglossa (also called Small-flowered lasthenia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, disturbed habitats such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Lasthenia microglossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasthenia microglossa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasthenia microglossa is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little care.

Where to Find Lasthenia microglossa

Lasthenia microglossa can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Lasthenia microglossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasthenia microglossa?

Lasthenia microglossa

What is the family of Lasthenia microglossa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lasthenia microglossa?

Small-lipped Lasthenia

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,

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