Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sclareifolia
ID:
21352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 492 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020681



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa Sclareifolia
  • Sclareifolia Daisy
  • Clareifolia Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia sclareaefolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vernonia pennellii Gleason [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa sclareifolia (also called Clary Sage, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas, such as grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa sclareifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including colds, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidaploa sclareifolia is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa sclareifolia is a perennial plant native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lepidaploa sclareifolia

Lepidaploa sclareifolia can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Lepidaploa sclareifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa sclareifolia?

Lepidaploa sclareifolia

What is the common name of Lepidaploa sclareifolia?

Clary Sage Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Lepidaploa sclareifolia?

Lepidaploa sclareifolia is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of 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-120000: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.