Lopholaena segmentata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
segmentata
ID:
61021
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2: 4: 1021 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060350
Common Names
- Segmentata Fleabane
- Lopholaena Fleabane
- Segmentata Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Senecio segmentatus Oliv. [unknown]
Description
Lopholaena segmentata (also called Lopholaena segmentata, among many other common names) is a small shrub with yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lopholaena segmentata is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments and wounds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lopholaena segmentata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lopholaena segmentata is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is best done by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Lopholaena segmentata
Lopholaena segmentata is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in the wild in parts of Europe and North Africa. It is also commercially available from nurseries and garden centers.
Lopholaena segmentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lopholaena segmentata?
Lopholaena segmentata
What is the family of Lopholaena segmentata?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Lopholaena segmentata?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Lopholaena genus
Lopholaena dehniae, Lopholaena festiva, Lopholaena decurrens, Lopholaena phyllodes, Lopholaena glaucescens, Lopholaena coriifolia, Lopholaena alata, Lopholaena cneorifolia, Lopholaena trianthema, Lopholaena longipes, Lopholaena deltombei, Lopholaena segmentata, Lopholaena dolichopappa, Lopholaena platyphylla, Lopholaena dregeana, Lopholaena disticha, Lopholaena ussanguensis, Lopholaena acutifolia, Lopholaena brickellioides,
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-17405: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.