Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mollissimus
ID:
75310

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don ex Hook. & Arn.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101: 944. 1988

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074639



Common Names

  • Soft Everlasting
  • Soft Cudweed
  • Soft-leaved Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia mollissima (D.Don ex Hook. & Arn.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia obtusata obtusata [unknown]
  • Vernonia mollissima Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cacalia subacuminata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia mollissima D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus mollissimus (also called the Soft Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus mollissimus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lessingianthus mollissimus var. microcephalus (Hieron.) Dematt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lessingianthus mollissimus is a small, yellow flower head, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a length of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves, and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus mollissimus is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lessingianthus mollissimus

Lessingianthus mollissimus can be found in the United States, Canada, and parts of Europe.

Lessingianthus mollissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus mollissimus?

Lessingianthus mollissimus

What is the common name of Lessingianthus mollissimus?

Soft Lessingianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lessingianthus mollissimus?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

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-31357: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.