Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
purpurata
ID:
77237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 491 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076566



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa
  • Purple Lepidaploa
  • Purple False Agave


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia purpurata Gleason [unknown]
  • Vernonia praestans Ekman ex Urb. [unknown]
  • Vernonia praestans praestans [unknown]
  • Vernonia praestans Ekman & Urban [deprecated]
  • Vernonia praestans cacuminis Borhidi & O.Muñiz [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa purpurata (also called Purple Lepidaploa, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, purple flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa purpurata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidaploa purpurata is a small purple flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa purpurata is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lepidaploa purpurata

Lepidaploa purpurata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Lepidaploa purpurata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa purpurata?

Lepidaploa purpurata

What is the natural habitat of Lepidaploa purpurata?

Dry, rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Lepidaploa purpurata?

Late spring to early summer

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-33217: 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.