Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asclepiadeum
ID:
125724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 20: 521 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125053



Common Names

  • Liabum asclepiadeum
  • Asclepiadeum Milkweed
  • Asclepiadeum Butterfly-weed


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Description

Liabum asclepiadeum (also called Asclepiadeum Liabum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and produces white flowers. It grows in dry and disturbed habitats, usually in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Liabum asclepiadeum is used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liabum asclepiadeum is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with long, thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liabum asclepiadeum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Liabum asclepiadeum

Liabum asclepiadeum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Liabum asclepiadeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liabum asclepiadeum?

Liabum asclepiadeum

What is the common name of Liabum asclepiadeum?

Asclepiadeum Milkweed

Where does Liabum asclepiadeum grow?

Liabum asclepiadeum is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,