Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brevifolius
ID:
129091

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 941 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128420



Common Names

  • Shortleaf Lessingianthus
  • Shortleaf Goldenaster
  • Shortleaf False Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia brevifolia Less. [unknown]
  • Vernonia filifolia Mart. [unknown]
  • Vernonia filifolia Mart. ex Baker [deprecated]
  • Vernonia linosyrifolia Chodat [unknown]
  • Vernonia brevifolia ericaefolia (Hook. & Arn.) Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia brevifolia brevifolia [unknown]
  • Vernonia linosyrifolia major Chodat [unknown]
  • Cacalia brevifolia brevifolia [unknown]
  • Vernonia brevifolia squarrosifoliata Hieron. [unknown]
  • Vernonia ericaefolia Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Cacalia brevifolia (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia brevifolia ericifolia (Hook. & Arn.) Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia filifolia Mart. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus brevifolius (also called short-leaved lessingianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a single stem with a single flower head. It grows in dry, open areas at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus brevifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus brevifolius has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus brevifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.

Where to Find Lessingianthus brevifolius

Lessingianthus brevifolius is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in moist montane forests at elevations of 2,500-3,500 m.

Lessingianthus brevifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus brevifolius?

Lessingianthus brevifolius

What is the common name of Lessingianthus brevifolius?

Short-leaved Lessingianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus brevifolius?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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-8940: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.