Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
117019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 2: 515 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116348



Common Names

  • Liabum Wrightii
  • Wright's Hawkweed
  • Wrightii Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Liabum longipes Urb. [unknown]

Description

Liabum wrightii (also called Wright's Liabum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Liabum wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties and is used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liabum wrightii is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liabum wrightii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Liabum wrightii

Liabum wrightii is found in the dry grasslands of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Liabum wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liabum wrightii?

Liabum wrightii

What is the family of Liabum wrightii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Liabum wrightii?

Wright's Fleabane

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-77753: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.