Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lactucoides
ID:
61959

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 22 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061288



Common Names

  • Perezia Lactucoides
  • Woolly Daisy
  • Woolly Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Clarionea lactucoides D.Don [unknown]

Description

Perezia lactucoides (also called Milkweed Perezia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, yellow flowers and aromatic, gray-green leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Perezia lactucoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Perezia lactucoides sub. lactucoides
Perezia lactucoides sub. palustris (Phil.) Vuilleum.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perezia lactucoides is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perezia lactucoides is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Perezia lactucoides

Perezia lactucoides is native to South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is available from nurseries and online retailers.

Perezia lactucoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perezia lactucoides?

Perezia lactucoides

What is the common name of Perezia lactucoides?

Lactuca-like Perezia

What is the natural habitat of Perezia lactucoides?

Argentina

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-18311: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.