Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
69786

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1113 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069115



Common Names

  • Lopholaena Platyphylla
  • Broadleaf Lopholaena
  • Broadleaf Lopholaena Grass


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Description

Lopholaena platyphylla (also called Broad-Leaved Groundsel, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It is an annual herb with a woody base and a basal rosette of leaves. The leaves are lanceolate and up to 10 cm long. The flower heads are yellow and up to 2 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium glabellum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including inflammation, skin problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lopholaena platyphylla is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black achene, and the seedling is a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lopholaena platyphylla is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and lightly covered with soil. They should be kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden. Lopholaena platyphylla can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a rooting medium. They should be kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Lopholaena platyphylla

Lopholaena platyphylla can be found in the mountains of Central America.

Lopholaena platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lopholaena platyphylla?

Lopholaena platyphylla

What is the common name of Lopholaena platyphylla?

Broad-leaved Lopholaena

What is the natural habitat of Lopholaena platyphylla?

It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and open woodlands.

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-25955: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.