Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
talassica
ID:
74012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kovalevsk. & Safral.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 21: 153 (1984) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073341



Common Names

  • Sea Lavender
  • Talassica Sea Lavender
  • Lepidolopha talassica


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Description

Lepidolopha talassica (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has opposite, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in coastal habitats, such as beaches and salt marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidolopha talassica has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidolopha talassica is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and round with a diameter of 1 cm. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidolopha talassica is a perennial herb that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to flower.

Where to Find Lepidolopha talassica

Lepidolopha talassica is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Lepidolopha talassica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidolopha talassica?

Lepidolopha talassica

What is the common name of Lepidolopha talassica?

Sea Lavender

What is the natural habitat of Lepidolopha talassica?

Salt marshes and coastal dunes

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-30083: Based on the initial data import
Sofja S. Kovalevskaja (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kovalevsk.' in the authors string.
N.A. Safralieva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Safral.' in the authors string.