Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcatum
ID:
84522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Descr. S. Amer. Pl. : 161 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083851



Common Names

  • Liabum
  • Giant Liabum
  • Giant Daisy


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Description

Liabum falcatum (also called 'Falcate Liabum', 'Falcate Daisy', and 'Falcate Sunflower', among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to North Africa. It has a single stem and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Liabum falcatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat respiratory problems, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liabum falcatum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liabum falcatum is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F. To propagate, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the plant in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Liabum falcatum

Liabum falcatum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Liabum falcatum FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Liabum falcatum?

Liabum falcatum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

What is the best way to propagate Liabum falcatum?

The best way to propagate Liabum falcatum is by division or cuttings.

What pests and diseases affect Liabum falcatum?

Liabum falcatum is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids.

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-40321: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.