Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
66174

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.D.Keck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 106 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065503



Common Names

  • Layia discoidea
  • Disc Layia
  • Disc-flowered Tidytips


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Description

Layia discoidea (also called 'Disc Layia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has bright green leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in sunny locations and can tolerate drought and poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Layia discoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Layia discoidea is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Layia discoidea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a year. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Layia discoidea

Layia discoidea can be found in California, USA, in areas with sandy soils and dry climates.

Layia discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Layia discoidea?

Layia discoidea

What is the common name of Layia discoidea?

Disc-shaped layia

What is the natural habitat of Layia discoidea?

Layia discoidea is found in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides

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-22415: Based on the initial data import
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' in the authors string.