Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
viscidus
ID:
5860

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


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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-104998: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.