Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pallescens
ID:
91048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090377



Common Names

  • Pale Lepidaploa
  • Lepidaploa pallescens
  • Pale False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia pallescens Gleason [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa pallescens (also called Pale False Boneset, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a hairy stem and small, white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa pallescens is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa pallescens has yellow flowers with a spiny center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa pallescens is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer and place them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lepidaploa pallescens

Lepidaploa pallescens can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Lepidaploa pallescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa pallescens?

Lepidaploa pallescens

What is the common name of Lepidaploa pallescens?

Pale lepidaploa

What type of plant is Lepidaploa pallescens?

Perennial herb

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-46663: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.