Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
karstenii
ID:
3274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Wash. 103: 488. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002603



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa karstenii
  • Karsten's Lepidaploa
  • Lepidaploa


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Description

Lepidaploa karstenii (also called Karsten's False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary flower heads with yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa karstenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa karstenii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa karstenii is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Lepidaploa karstenii

Lepidaploa karstenii is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Lepidaploa karstenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa karstenii?

Lepidaploa karstenii

What is the common name of Lepidaploa karstenii?

Karsten's Lepidaploa

Where is Lepidaploa karstenii found?

Lepidaploa karstenii is found in the mountains of western North America.

What type of plant is Lepidaploa karstenii?

Lepidaploa karstenii is a shrub.

What is the growth habit of Lepidaploa karstenii?

Lepidaploa karstenii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter 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