Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
remotiflora
ID:
138343

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rich.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137672



Common Names

  • Remote-flowered Lepidaploa
  • Lepidaploa remotiflora
  • Remote-flowered False Sunflower


Searching for Lepidaploa remotiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Vernonia setosquamosa Hieron. [deprecated]
  • Cacalia acilepis (Benth. ex Oerst.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia remotiflora Rich. [unknown]
  • Vernonia patula Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia hirtiflora Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vernonia remotiflora remotiflora [unknown]
  • Vernonia remotiflora remotiflora [unknown]
  • Vernonia remotiflora L.C.Rich. [unknown]
  • Cacalia sessiliflora (Willd. ex Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cacalia lithospermoides (Baker ex Mart.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia tricholepis tricholepis [unknown]
  • Vernonia acilepis Benth. ex Örsted [deprecated]
  • Cacalia remotiflora (Rich.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia lithospermoides Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia tricholepis DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia hirtiflora (Sch.Bip. ex Baker) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia hirtiflora Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia remotiflora aristifera Cabrera [unknown]
  • Vernonia patula Mart. ex Baker [deprecated]
  • Vernonia sessilifolia Less. [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa remotiflora (also called Remote-flowered Lepidaploa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the United States and is found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa remotiflora has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of timber for furniture and construction, and as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Lepidaploa remotiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seed is small, dark brown and has a hard outer shell. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

Searching for Lepidaploa remotiflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa remotiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lepidaploa remotiflora

Lepidaploa remotiflora is native to the United States and can be found in areas with well-drained soils.

Lepidaploa remotiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa remotiflora?

Lepidaploa remotiflora

What is the common name of Lepidaploa remotiflora?

Remote-flowered lepidaploa

What is the natural habitat of Lepidaploa remotiflora?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

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-98344: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.