Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
24466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Boulos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 115: 58 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023795



Common Names

  • Violacea Launaea
  • Violacea Aster
  • Violacea Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus violaceus O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Launaea violacea (also called violet launaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, purple flowers and grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is found in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, malaria, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea violacea is purple and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea violacea is a perennial, herbaceous plant that grows in dry, sandy soils and is native to the Mediterranean region. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and lightly fertilized. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and watered regularly. Once established, the plants are drought tolerant and require minimal care.

Where to Find Launaea violacea

Launaea violacea is native to North Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Launaea violacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea violacea?

Launaea violacea

What is the common name of Launaea violacea?

Violet-Flowered Launaea

What is the natural habitat of Launaea violacea?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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-122988: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.