Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
73185

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 490 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072514



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa obtusifolia
  • Oblong Fleabane
  • Rough Fleabane
  • Oblong Daisy Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia obtusifolia (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia obtusifolia Less. [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa obtusifolia (also called Obtuseleaf lepidaploa, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a slender stem and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. Its leaves are oblong and have smooth margins. It grows in dry grasslands, deserts, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa obtusifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa obtusifolia has yellow daisy-like flower heads with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa obtusifolia is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Lepidaploa obtusifolia

Lepidaploa obtusifolia is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and deserts.

Lepidaploa obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa obtusifolia?

Lepidaploa obtusifolia

What is the common name of Lepidaploa obtusifolia?

Lepidaploa

What is the family of Lepidaploa obtusifolia?

Asteraceae

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-2926: 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.