Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jonesii
ID:
42406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner) H.Rob. & V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 108(2-3): 225 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041735



Common Names

  • Lepidonia Jonesii
  • Jonesii Grass
  • Jonesii Sedge


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia jonesii B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Lepidonia jonesii (also called Jones' False Agave, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the deserts of Mexico and the United States. It has a rosette of fleshy, pointed leaves with a light green color and a yellow stripe along the edges. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidonia jonesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidonia jonesii has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidonia jonesii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Lepidonia jonesii

Lepidonia jonesii is native to Australia and can be found in coastal heathlands.

Lepidonia jonesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidonia jonesii?

Lepidonia jonesii

What are the common names of Lepidonia jonesii?

Jones' thistle

What is the natural habitat of Lepidonia jonesii?

It is found in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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-140364: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.