Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dregeana
ID:
94687

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 336 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094016



Common Names

  • Drege's Lopholaena
  • Lopholaena
  • Lopholaena dregeana


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Description

Lopholaena dregeana (also called Lopholaena dregeana, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. The leaves are ovate and have a waxy coating. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lopholaena dregeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lopholaena dregeana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lopholaena dregeana is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by taking stem cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Lopholaena dregeana

Lopholaena dregeana is native to South Africa. It can be found in rocky outcrops and dry, open areas.

Lopholaena dregeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lopholaena dregeana?

Lopholaena dregeana

What is the common name of Lopholaena dregeana?

Drege's Lopholaena

What is the natural habitat of Lopholaena dregeana?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

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,

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