Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cabrae
ID:
31323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) N.Kilian

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Englera 17: 122 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030652



Common Names

  • Launaea cabrae
  • Cabrae's Launaea
  • Cabrae's False Lettuce


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Description

Launaea cabrae (also called Cabra's Launaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows to a height of about 1 meter and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and can tolerate a variety of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea cabrae is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Launaea cabrae sub. cabrae
Launaea cabrae sub. nanella (R.E.Fr.) N.Kilian

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea cabrae is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea cabrae is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in sunny, dry areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny, well-drained position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position.

Where to Find Launaea cabrae

Launaea cabrae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Launaea cabrae FAQ

What is the common name of Launaea cabrae?

Goat's-beard

What is the native range of Launaea cabrae?

North Africa and the Mediterranean

What is the growth habit of Launaea cabrae?

It is an annual herb with an erect growth habit

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-129635: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.