Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
14642

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahresber. (Just) 26, pt. 1: 378 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013971



Common Names

  • Liatris microcephala
  • Small-Headed Blazing Star
  • Small-Headed Gayfeather


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Synonyms

  • Lacinaria microcephala Small [unknown]
  • Lacinaria polyphylla Small [unknown]

Description

Liatris microcephala (also called the Dwarf Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry open woods and prairies. It has a clump of narrow, grass-like leaves and small purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a natural source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris microcephala is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris microcephala is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of poor soils and drought, and can be propagated by seed or division. It is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.

Where to Find Liatris microcephala

Liatris microcephala can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Liatris microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris microcephala?

Liatris microcephala

What is the common name of Liatris microcephala?

Smallhead Blazing Star

Where is Liatris microcephala found?

Liatris microcephala is found in dry prairies and open woods of the southeastern United States.

Species in the Liatris genus

Liatris acidota, Liatris spheroidea, Liatris microcephala, Liatris gladewitzii, Liatris cokeri, Liatris ridgwayi, Liatris punctata, Liatris aspera, Liatris provincialis, Liatris cymosa, Liatris glandulosa, Liatris pycnostachya, Liatris bracteata, Liatris creditonensis, Liatris macdanieliana, Liatris elegantula, Liatris ohlingerae, Liatris fallacior, Liatris helleri, Liatris scariosa, Liatris serotina, Liatris tenuis, Liatris weaveri, Liatris platylepis, Liatris stellei, Liatris cylindracea, Liatris elegans, Liatris elegantula, Liatris ligulistylis, Liatris pauciflora, Liatris lancifolia, Liatris pycnostachya, Liatris cymosa, Liatris squarrulosa, Liatris squarrosa, Liatris boykinii, Liatris spicata, Liatris chapmanii, Liatris freemaniana, Liatris steelei, Liatris virgata, Liatris patens, Liatris gholsonii, Liatris gracilis, Liatris oligocephala, Liatris frostii, Liatris hirsuta, Liatris pauciflora, Liatris laevigata, Liatris compacta,

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