Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quettaensis
ID:
75920

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Kilian

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Englera 17: 350 (1997) (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075249



Common Names

  • Launaea Quettaensis
  • Quettaensis Launaea
  • Launaea


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Description

Launaea quettaensis (also called Quetta Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea quettaensis is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also drought tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Launaea quettaensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a round shape. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea quettaensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Launaea quettaensis

Launaea quettaensis is native to Pakistan and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Launaea quettaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea quettaensis?

Launaea quettaensis

What is the common name of Launaea quettaensis?

Quetta Launaea

What type of plant is Launaea quettaensis?

A perennial herb

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-31940: Based on the initial data import
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.