Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linifolia
ID:
78133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Urbatsch, R.P.Roberts & Neubig

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1622 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077462



Common Names

  • Lorandersonia linifolia
  • Linifolia
  • Lorandersonia


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Synonyms

  • Chrysothamnus linifolius Greene [unknown]
  • Ericameria linifolia (Greene) L.C.Anderson [unknown]
  • Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus linifolius (Greene) Kittell [unknown]
  • Chrysothamnus viscidiflorus linifolius H.M.Hall & Clem. [unknown]

Description

Lorandersonia linifolia (also called 'Loranderson's Linanthus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lorandersonia linifolia is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lorandersonia linifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lorandersonia linifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lorandersonia linifolia

Lorandersonia linifolia is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in dry, open areas such as rocky slopes and cliffs.

Lorandersonia linifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lorandersonia linifolia?

Lorandersonia linifolia

What type of plant is Lorandersonia linifolia?

It is an annual herb

Where does Lorandersonia linifolia grow?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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-34088: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Kurt M. Neubig (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neubig' in the authors string.