Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lessonii
ID:
132604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 606 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131933



Common Names

  • Podolepis lessonii
  • Lesson's Podolepis
  • Lesson's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Panaetia lessonii Cass. [unknown]
  • Scalia lessonii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Podolepis lessonii (also called Lesson's Podolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Podolepis lessonii is a plant that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is a low-growing plant that has attractive yellow flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be used to create a ground cover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podolepis lessonii is yellow in color and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are deeply lobed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podolepis lessonii is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Podolepis lessonii

Podolepis lessonii can be found in Australia, primarily in the southern and eastern parts of the country.

Podolepis lessonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podolepis lessonii?

Podolepis lessonii

What is the family of Podolepis lessonii?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Podolepis lessonii?

Australia

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-92788: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.