Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
peirsonii
ID:
62204

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1623 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061533



Common Names

  • Peirsonii Lorandersonia
  • Lorandersonia peirsonii
  • Lorandersonia


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Description

Lorandersonia peirsonii (also called Peirson's lorandersonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 m. Its leaves are deeply lobed and spiny. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lorandersonia peirsonii is an ornamental plant with attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory conditions and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lorandersonia peirsonii has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lorandersonia peirsonii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring, while seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lorandersonia peirsonii

Lorandersonia peirsonii can be found in the western United States.

Lorandersonia peirsonii FAQ

What are the common names of Lorandersonia peirsonii?

Lorandersonia peirsonii is commonly known as Peirson's Mariposa Lily.

What is the growth habit of Lorandersonia peirsonii?

Lorandersonia peirsonii is an herbaceous perennial that grows in clumps.

What is the native range of Lorandersonia peirsonii?

Lorandersonia peirsonii is native to the western United States and Canada.

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-18558: Based on the initial data import
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' 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.