Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
14734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 157 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014063

Common Names

  • Lucilia tomentosa
  • Woolly Lucilia
  • Woolly Lucilia Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Lucilia squarrosa Baker [unknown]

Description

Lucilia tomentosa (also called woolly lousewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that has yellow flowers and toothed leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, pastures, and other areas with moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lucilia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lucilia tomentosa is a yellow-green, cup-shaped flower head, with a single row of ray florets surrounding a central disc of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lucilia tomentosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Lucilia tomentosa

Lucilia tomentosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Lucilia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lucilia tomentosa?

Lucilia tomentosa

What is the natural habitat of Lucilia tomentosa?

Grassy areas, meadows, and roadsides

What are the uses of Lucilia tomentosa?

It is used as a medicinal plant and for landscaping

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,

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