Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
34737

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 481 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034066



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa arbuscula
  • Arbuscular Lepidaploa
  • Arbuscular Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia obcordata Gleason [unknown]
  • Vernonia arbuscula Less. [unknown]
  • Vernonia bahamensis Griseb. [unknown]
  • Vernonia arcuata Gleason [unknown]
  • Vernonia arctata Gleason [unknown]
  • Cacalia bahamensis (Griseb.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa arbuscula (also called Littleleaf False Daisy, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open, dry areas, often on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa arbuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidaploa arbuscula is small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa arbuscula is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It is best grown in dry, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lepidaploa arbuscula

Lepidaploa arbuscula can be found in the Caribbean Islands, Mexico, and Central America.

Lepidaploa arbuscula FAQ

What type of plant is Lepidaploa arbuscula?

Lepidaploa arbuscula is a shrub.

Where is Lepidaploa arbuscula found?

Lepidaploa arbuscula is found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Lepidaploa arbuscula?

Lepidaploa arbuscula is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 3-4 feet in height.

Species in the Lepidaploa genus

Lepidaploa jenssenii, Lepidaploa macahensis, Lepidaploa luetzelburgii, Lepidaploa cotoneaster, Lepidaploa karstenii, Lepidaploa carachensis, Lepidaploa diazlunana, Lepidaploa arborescens, Lepidaploa segregata, Lepidaploa sordidopapposa, Lepidaploa tortuosa, Lepidaploa ferreyrae, Lepidaploa pseudaurea, Lepidaploa zumbadorensis, Lepidaploa coulonioides, Lepidaploa bahiana, Lepidaploa leptoclada, Lepidaploa chamissonis, Lepidaploa rufogrisea, Lepidaploa desiliens, Lepidaploa harrisii, Lepidaploa lilacina, Lepidaploa imeriensis, Lepidaploa canescens, Lepidaploa trinitatis, Lepidaploa gnaphalioides, Lepidaploa silvae, Lepidaploa sclareifolia, Lepidaploa glabra, Lepidaploa ehretiifolia, Lepidaploa balansae, Lepidaploa pellita, Lepidaploa yunquensis, Lepidaploa tristis, Lepidaploa helophila, Lepidaploa rimachii, Lepidaploa subsquarrosa, Lepidaploa araguensis, Lepidaploa sclareaefolia, Lepidaploa chinchipensis, Lepidaploa grisea, Lepidaploa sororia, Lepidaploa vauthieriana, Lepidaploa sericea, Lepidaploa pluvialis, Lepidaploa tombadorensis, Lepidaploa uniflora, Lepidaploa trilectorum, Lepidaploa complicata, Lepidaploa aristosquamosa,

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-132933: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.