Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
costata
ID:
114817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Wash. 103: 486. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114146



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa Costata
  • Costata Lepidaploa
  • Lepidaploa Costat


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Description

Lepidaploa costata (also called Costate Lepidaploa, among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial herb with small, oval leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is native to the grasslands of North America and is found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa costata is used for its medicinal properties and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidaploa costata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with 8 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa costata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed 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 and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lepidaploa costata

Lepidaploa costata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Lepidaploa costata FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Lepidaploa costata?

Lepidaploa costata prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Lepidaploa costata?

Lepidaploa costata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

What pests and diseases affect Lepidaploa costata?

Lepidaploa costata is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.

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