Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gorgadensis
ID:
137507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolle) N.Kilian

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 18(1): 167 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136836



Common Names

  • Gorgadensis Launaea
  • Launaea Gorgadensis
  • Gorgadensis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus bollei Sch.Bip. ex Bolle [unknown]
  • Sonchus gorgadensis Bolle [unknown]

Description

Launaea gorgadensis (also called Gorgades lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Morocco. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea gorgadensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea gorgadensis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea gorgadensis is an annual herb native to North Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seeds. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in late summer or early autumn. The seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-draining soil. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Launaea gorgadensis

Launaea gorgadensis can be found in the coastal areas of Morocco.

Launaea gorgadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea gorgadensis?

Launaea gorgadensis

What is the common name of Launaea gorgadensis?

Gorgadensis Launaea

Where is Launaea gorgadensis found?

It is found in Morocco

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-97537: Based on the initial data import
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.