Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
baileyi
ID:
102388

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fragmenta Phytographiae Australiae 10 1877

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101717



Common Names

  • Leptorhynchos Baileyi
  • Bailey's Beakrush
  • Bailey's Beaked Rush


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum basedowii J.M.Black [unknown]

Description

Leptorhynchos baileyi (also called Bailey's Beaked-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 20 cm. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Leptorhynchos baileyi is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptorhynchos baileyi has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptorhynchos baileyi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Leptorhynchos baileyi

Leptorhynchos baileyi is native to the United States and can be found in areas of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Leptorhynchos baileyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptorhynchos baileyi?

Leptorhynchos baileyi

What is the family of Leptorhynchos baileyi?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Leptorhynchos baileyi?

Bailey's Hawkweed

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-5888: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.