Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benadirensis
ID:
71238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Fl. Somala 1: 208 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070567



Common Names

  • Benadirensis Launaea
  • Launaea Benadirensis
  • Benadirensis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Launaea benadirensis benadirensis [unknown]
  • Launaea benadirensis caulescens Chiov. [unknown]
  • Launaea pumila Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Launaea benadirensis (also called Benadir Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Horn of Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces small, yellow flower heads. It typically grows in sandy, coastal areas such as beaches and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea benadirensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea benadirensis is yellow, the seed is small and black and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea benadirensis is a perennial herb that is native to North Africa. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Launaea benadirensis

Launaea benadirensis can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira and the Azores.

Launaea benadirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea benadirensis?

Launaea benadirensis

What is the common name of Launaea benadirensis?

Benadir Lettuce

Where is Launaea benadirensis native to?

Somalia

Species in the Launaea genus

Launaea sarmentosa, Launaea quercifolia, Launaea oligocephala, Launaea capitata, Launaea aspleniifolia, Launaea picridioides, Launaea polydichotoma, Launaea almahrahensis, Launaea thalassica, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea rogersii, Launaea violacea, Launaea hafunensis, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea viminea, Launaea viminea, Launaea taraxacifolia, Launaea cabrae, Launaea nana, Launaea platyphylla, Launaea microcephala, Launaea socotrana, Launaea picridioides, Launaea arborescens, Launaea stocksiana, Launaea korovinii, Launaea massauensis, Launaea stenocephala, Launaea rhynchocarpa, Launaea acanthodes, Launaea petitiana, Launaea angustifolia, Launaea mucronata, Launaea polyclada, Launaea benadirensis, Launaea spinosa, Launaea bornmuelleri, Launaea quettaensis, Launaea castanosperma, Launaea cornuta, Launaea intybacea, Launaea massauensis, Launaea secunda, Launaea pumila, Launaea cervicornis, Launaea acaulis, Launaea procumbens, Launaea crepoides, Launaea amal-aminiae, Launaea crassifolia,

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