Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pluriseta
ID:
2417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haegi) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13(3): 601 (2001): (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001746

Common Names

  • Leiocarpa pluriseta
  • Pluriseta Daisy
  • Pluriseta Leiocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Ixiolaena pluriseta Haegi [unknown]

Description

Leiocarpa pluriseta (also called California Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Leiocarpa pluriseta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leiocarpa pluriseta has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiocarpa pluriseta is a perennial plant that grows in sunny, dry areas. It is easy to propagate by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and each clump should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Leiocarpa pluriseta

Leiocarpa pluriseta can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Leiocarpa pluriseta FAQ

What type of plant is Leiocarpa pluriseta?

Leiocarpa pluriseta is a perennial herb.

What is the size of Leiocarpa pluriseta?

Leiocarpa pluriseta can grow up to 60 cm in height.

What is the flowering period of Leiocarpa pluriseta?

Leiocarpa pluriseta flowers from April to June.

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-101689: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.
Laurence Haegi (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haegi' in the authors string.