Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. 23 (1839) (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000103471
Common Names
- Rose Lawrencella
- Lawrencella Rosea
- Rose-Flowered Lawrencella
Synonyms
- Helichrysum lindleyi H.Eichler [unknown]
- Helichrysum roseum Druce [unknown]
Description
Lawrencella rosea (also called Rose Lawrencella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a gray-green foliage and pink flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in the Great Basin and the Mojave Desert.
Uses & Benefits
Lawrencella rosea has been used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lawrencella rosea has small, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lawrencella rosea is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Lawrencella rosea
Lawrencella rosea is native to South America. It can be found in humid forests.
Lawrencella rosea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lawrencella rosea?
Lawrencella rosea
What is the common name of Lawrencella rosea?
Rose Lawrencella
Where is Lawrencella rosea native to?
Lawrencella rosea is native to South America
Species in the Lawrencella genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,