Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 274 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005189
Common Names
- Viscid Flaveria
- Viscid Yellowtops
- Viscid Yellowtop
Description
Lorentzianthus viscidus (also called Sticky-Leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and disturbed soils.
Uses & Benefits
Lorentzianthus viscidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lorentzianthus viscidus has yellow flowers with long, thin petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lorentzianthus viscidus is a perennial herb that is native to the southern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant, divide it into several sections, and replant each section in a new location.
Where to Find Lorentzianthus viscidus
Lorentzianthus viscidus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Lorentzianthus viscidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lorentzianthus viscidus?
Lorentzianthus viscidus
What is the common name of Lorentzianthus viscidus?
Viscid Water-starwort
What is the habitat of Lorentzianthus viscidus?
It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and streams
Species in the Lorentzianthus genus
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,