Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
63832

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muschl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Man. Fl. Egypt ii. 1057 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063161



Common Names

  • Launaea mucronata
  • Mucronate Launaea
  • Mucronate Rayless Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Zollikoferia mucronata mucronata [unknown]
  • Launaea resedifolia tenuiloba Pomel [unknown]
  • Launaea resedifolia mucronata (Forssk.) Maire [unknown]

Description

Launaea mucronata (also called Spiny Launaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea mucronata is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as a fodder for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Launaea mucronata sub. cassiana (Jaub. & Spach) N.Kilian
Launaea mucronata sub. mucronata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Launaea mucronata has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea mucronata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division should be done in early spring or late summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require adequate light and moisture for successful propagation.

Where to Find Launaea mucronata

Launaea mucronata is native to North Africa and can be found in dry, sandy soils and full sun.

Launaea mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea mucronata?

Launaea mucronata

What is the common name of Launaea mucronata?

Mucronate Launaea

Where is Launaea mucronata native to?

North Africa

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