Lepidaploa koelzii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koelzii
ID:
87563
Status:
valid
Authors:
(McVaugh) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 89: 71 (1999): (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086892
Common Names
- Koelz's Lepidaploa
- Koelz's False Needlegrass
- False Needlegrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Vernonia koelzii McVaugh [unknown]
Description
Lepidaploa koelzii (also called 'Cushion Fleabane', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It has a cushion-like growth habit and grows in rocky areas, steppes, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidaploa koelzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepidaploa koelzii is yellow, and the seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepidaploa koelzii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. Cultivation requires well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Lepidaploa koelzii
Lepidaploa koelzii is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Chihuahua, Durango, Jalisco, and Nayarit.
Lepidaploa koelzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa koelzii?
Lepidaploa koelzii
What type of plant is Lepidaploa koelzii?
It is a perennial herb
Where does Lepidaploa koelzii grow?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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-43274: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.