Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
73233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forsk.) Sch.Bip. ex O.Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 350 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072562



Common Names

  • Spiny Launaea
  • Spiny-leaved Launaea
  • Spiny-headed Launaea


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Description

Launaea spinosa (also called Spiny Launaea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Launaea spinosa has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea spinosa is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Launaea spinosa

Launaea spinosa can be found in the Middle East and North Africa.

Launaea spinosa FAQ

What are the common names of Launaea spinosa?

Common names of Launaea spinosa include Spiny Launaea and Spiny-leaved Launaea

What is the growth habit of Launaea spinosa?

Launaea spinosa is an upright, clump-forming perennial

What is the native range of Launaea spinosa?

Launaea spinosa is 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,

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