Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramulosa
ID:
133490

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. [Bentham] 314. 1849 [Aug 1849]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132819



Common Names

  • Lessingia ramulosa
  • Coyote Brush
  • California Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Lessingia ramulosa ramulosa [unknown]
  • Lessingia ramulosa adenophora A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Lessingia ramulosa (also called 'Twiggy Lessingia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flower heads. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingia ramulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife and livestock. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingia ramulosa has yellow flowers, small black seeds, and seedlings that have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingia ramulosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.

Where to Find Lessingia ramulosa

Lessingia ramulosa is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and chaparral.

Lessingia ramulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingia ramulosa?

Lessingia ramulosa

What is the family of Lessingia ramulosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lessingia ramulosa?

Branchy Lessingia

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-93650: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.