Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obtusatus
ID:
78499

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101(4): 946 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077828



Common Names

  • Lessingianthus obtusatus
  • Lessing's Thistle
  • Obtuse Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia obtusata (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia subacuminata Hieron. [unknown]
  • Vernonia obtusata Less. [unknown]

Description

Lessingianthus obtusatus (also called Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of up to 6 cm. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus obtusatus is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a border plant and for erosion control. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus obtusatus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus obtusatus is an annual herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by sowing the seeds in spring or summer. The seeds will germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Lessingianthus obtusatus

Lessingianthus obtusatus can be found in the high-altitude grasslands of the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia.

Lessingianthus obtusatus FAQ

What are the common names of Lessingianthus obtusatus?

Lessingianthus obtusatus is commonly known as blunt-leaved aster.

What are the medicinal uses of Lessingianthus obtusatus?

Lessingianthus obtusatus has been used to treat fever, digestive issues, and inflammation.

What is the optimal growing environment for Lessingianthus obtusatus?

Lessingianthus obtusatus prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:961997-1: Based on the initial data import