Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angusta
ID:
115728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nakai) Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 9: 117 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115057



Common Names

  • Ligularia angusta
  • Narrow-leaved Ligularia
  • Narrow-leaved Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Cyathocephalum angustum Nakai [unknown]

Description

Ligularia angusta (also called Narrowleaf Ligularia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and a spiny fruit. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia angusta is an ornamental plant commonly used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligularia angusta is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia angusta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ligularia angusta

Ligularia angusta is native to China and can be found growing in the wild in the provinces of Anhui, Gansu, Hebei, Heilongjiang, Henan, Hubei, Jilin, Liaoning, Nei Mongol, Shaanxi, Shandong, Shanxi, and Yunnan.

Ligularia angusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ligularia angusta?

Ligularia angusta

What is the common name of Ligularia angusta?

Narrow-leaved Ligularia

What is the natural habitat of Ligularia angusta?

It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Species in the Ligularia genus

Ligularia odontomanes, Ligularia fischeri, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia xanthotricha, Ligularia alticola, Ligularia caloxantha, Ligularia veitchiana, Ligularia cremanthodioides, Ligularia cymosa, Ligularia parvifolia, Ligularia stenocephala, Ligularia nanchuanica, Ligularia ruficoma, Ligularia calthifolia, Ligularia altissima, Ligularia thomsonii, Ligularia discoidea, Ligularia changiana, Ligularia latihastata, Ligularia atkinsonii, Ligularia brassicoides, Ligularia oligonema, Ligularia botryodes, Ligularia macrodonta, Ligularia tongolensis, Ligularia duciformis, Ligularia platyglossa, Ligularia fargesii, Ligularia longihastata, Ligularia afghanica, Ligularia franchetiana, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia arctica, Ligularia cymbulifera, Ligularia intermedia, Ligularia zhouquensis, Ligularia fangiana, Ligularia ianthochaeta, Ligularia japonica, Ligularia leveillei, Ligularia subspicata, Ligularia kanaitzensis, Ligularia myriocephala, Ligularia tsangchanensis, Ligularia latiligulata, Ligularia atroviolacea, Ligularia paradoxa, Ligularia knorringiana, Ligularia pubifolia, Ligularia lamarum,

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-76534: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.