Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
exiguus
ID:
136373

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 942 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135702



Common Names

  • Lessingianthus exiguus
  • Lessingianthus
  • Exiguus


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia exigua Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus exiguus (also called Lessing's knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a few lateral branches. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus exiguus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating headaches and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus exiguus is a yellow disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus exiguus is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by direct sowing in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Lessingianthus exiguus

Lessingianthus exiguus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Lessingianthus exiguus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus exiguus?

Lessingianthus exiguus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus exiguus?

Exiguous lessingianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus exiguus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in the Caucasus region

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-96440: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.