Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
33110

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 496 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032439



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa uniflora
  • One-flowered Fleabane
  • One-flowered Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Conyza uniflora Mill. [unknown]
  • Cacalia uniflora (Mill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia ctenophora Gleason [unknown]
  • Musteron uniflorum Raf. [unknown]
  • Fragmosa uniflora Raf. [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa uniflora (also called One-flower Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small white flowers and grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers sunny, dry areas such as grasslands and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa uniflora is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa uniflora has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with spiny edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa uniflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Lepidaploa uniflora

Lepidaploa uniflora is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and canyons.

Lepidaploa uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa uniflora?

Lepidaploa uniflora

What is the common name of Lepidaploa uniflora?

One-flowered Fleabane

What is the habitat of Lepidaploa uniflora?

Dry, open woods and roadsides

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-13137: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.