Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
latisquamum
ID:
42268

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 133 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041597



Common Names

  • Lepidospartum latisquamum
  • Broadscale Broom
  • Broadscale Sandmat


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Description

Lepidospartum latisquamum (also called bigleaf sandmat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the daisy family. It has yellow flowers and is native to California and Baja California. It grows in dry, open habitats such as chaparral and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidospartum latisquamum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidospartum latisquamum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidospartum latisquamum is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or layering. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Lepidospartum latisquamum

Lepidospartum latisquamum is native to the United States and can be found in Arizona, California, and Nevada.

Lepidospartum latisquamum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidospartum latisquamum?

Lepidospartum latisquamum

What are the common names for Lepidospartum latisquamum?

Desert Broom, Broom Snakeweed

What type of environment does Lepidospartum latisquamum prefer?

Dry, sandy soils

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-140231: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.