Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platycarpha
ID:
66325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065654



Common Names

  • Lasthenia platycarpha
  • Platycarpha Lasthenia
  • Platycarpha Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Baeria platycarpha A.Gray [unknown]
  • Burrielia platycarpha A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum stylosum (also called Stylos Amaryllis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a bulbous plant with large, showy flowers, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lasthenia platycarpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach aches, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasthenia platycarpha is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasthenia platycarpha is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Lasthenia platycarpha

Lasthenia platycarpha is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies and meadows.

Lasthenia platycarpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasthenia platycarpha?

Lasthenia platycarpha

What is the natural habitat of Lasthenia platycarpha?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in California and Oregon.

What is the conservation status of Lasthenia platycarpha?

It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

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-22557: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.