Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laphamioides
ID:
27469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 12: 470 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026798



Common Names

  • Pleurocoronis laphamioides
  • Pleurocoronis
  • Laphamioides


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Description

Pleurocoronis laphamioides (also called Lapham’s Pleurocoronis, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurocoronis laphamioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurocoronis laphamioides is yellow and has a diameter of up to 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurocoronis laphamioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. It is best grown in a sunny border or rock garden.

Where to Find Pleurocoronis laphamioides

Pleurocoronis laphamioides is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry and disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Pleurocoronis laphamioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurocoronis laphamioides?

Pleurocoronis laphamioides

What is the common name of Pleurocoronis laphamioides?

Lapham's Pleurocoronis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurocoronis laphamioides?

Open grassland, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-125898: 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.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.