Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thalassica
ID:
21656

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Kilian, Brochmann & Rustan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 16(2): 491 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020985



Common Names

  • Sea Lavender
  • Sea Aster
  • Sea-thrift


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Description

Launaea thalassica (also called the Sea Lettuce, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is usually found in dry grasslands and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea thalassica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Launaea thalassica has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea thalassica is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plants are dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Launaea thalassica

Launaea thalassica is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.

Launaea thalassica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea thalassica?

Launaea thalassica

What is the common name of Launaea thalassica?

Seashore Launaea

Where does Launaea thalassica grow?

Launaea thalassica is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.

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-120295: Based on the initial data import
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
Christian Brochmann (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brochmann' in the authors string.
Øyvind H. Rustan (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rustan' in the authors string.