Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callilepis
ID:
49975

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) H.Rob. & Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 108: 225. 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049304



Common Names

  • Lepidonia callilepis
  • Callilepis Lepidonia
  • Callilepis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia callilepis Gleason [unknown]

Description

Lepidonia callilepis (also called Callilepis, Callilepis, and Callilepis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves with serrated edges and small yellow flowers. It grows in temperate climates in open woods, thickets, and dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidonia callilepis is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, such as stomachaches, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidonia callilepis is yellow with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidonia callilepis can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or directly outdoors. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn is also possible. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Lepidonia callilepis

Lepidonia callilepis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Lepidonia callilepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidonia callilepis?

Lepidonia callilepis

What is the natural habitat of Lepidonia callilepis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Lepidonia callilepis?

Spring and summer

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

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.
Georg Funk (d.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Funk' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:279548-2: Based on the initial data import