Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maximum
ID:
57235

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard. 4: t. 38 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056564



Common Names

  • Leptostelma Maximum
  • Maximum Leptostelma
  • Leptostelma


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Synonyms

  • Aster maximus Less. [unknown]
  • Erigeron scaberrimus Gardner [unknown]
  • Erigeron palustre Gardner [unknown]
  • Erigeron alpestre Gardner [unknown]
  • Erigeron maximus Otto ex DC. [unknown]
  • Erigeron sulcatus DC. [unknown]
  • Erigeron maximus palustris (Gardner) Baker [unknown]
  • Erigeron maximus minor Baker [unknown]
  • Erigeron palustris Gardner [unknown]
  • Erigeron schuechtii Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Leptostelma maximum (also called 'Great Leptostelma', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem with a few leaves, and its flowers are yellow and white. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Leptostelma maximum is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive yellow flowers and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptostelma maximum has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex sagittifolia is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salty soils.

Where to Find Leptostelma maximum

Leptostelma maximum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky hillsides and dry grasslands.

Leptostelma maximum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptostelma maximum?

Leptostelma maximum

What is the family of Leptostelma maximum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Leptostelma maximum?

Large-Leaved Leptostelma

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-155232: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.