Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lercheanum
ID:
16561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weber ex Stechm.) Poljakov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Trudy Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk Kazakhst. S.S.R. 11: 172 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015890



Common Names

  • Lerche's Seriphidium
  • Lerche's Wormwood
  • Lerche's Sagebrush


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Synonyms

  • Artemisia pseudofragrans Klokov [unknown]
  • Artemisia nachitscevanica Rzazade [unknown]
  • Seriphidium lercheanum lercheanum [unknown]

Description

Seriphidium lercheanum (also called Lerche's Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas and has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Seriphidium lercheanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Seriphidium lercheanum var. astrochanicum (Kazak.) Y.R.Ling

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Seriphidium lercheanum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seriphidium lercheanum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize as needed. Prune in late winter or early spring to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Seriphidium lercheanum

Seriphidium lercheanum can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Seriphidium lercheanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seriphidium lercheanum?

Seriphidium lercheanum

What is the common name of Seriphidium lercheanum?

Lercheanum Seriphidium

Where is Seriphidium lercheanum found?

Seriphidium lercheanum is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Seriphidium genus

Seriphidium glaucinum, Seriphidium tenuisectum, Seriphidium scotinum, Seriphidium ramosum, Seriphidium elongatum, Seriphidium mongolorum, Seriphidium nutans, Seriphidium tecti-mundi, Seriphidium densiflorum, Seriphidium lercheanum, Seriphidium tianschanicum, Seriphidium santolinum, Seriphidium amoenum, Seriphidium vermiculatum, Seriphidium tauricum, Seriphidium herba-alba, Seriphidium oranense, Seriphidium gurganicum, Seriphidium stenocephalum, Seriphidium kaschgaricum, Seriphidium eremophilum, Seriphidium turcomanicum, Seriphidium validum, Seriphidium thomsonianum, Seriphidium baldshuanicum, Seriphidium halophilum, Seriphidium nigricans, Seriphidium bicolor, Seriphidium rhodanthum, Seriphidium arenicola, Seriphidium balchanorum, Seriphidium junceum, Seriphidium badghysi, Seriphidium oliverianum, Seriphidium kasakorum, Seriphidium czukavinae, Seriphidium minchunense, Seriphidium ciniforme, Seriphidium camelorum, Seriphidium gracilescens, Seriphidium vallesiacum, Seriphidium ifranensis, Seriphidium aucheri, Seriphidium fulvellum, Seriphidium transiliense, Seriphidium brevifolium, Seriphidium mogoltavicum, Seriphidium maritimum, Seriphidium gypsaceum, Seriphidium compactum,

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-115375: Based on the initial data import
Piotr Poliakov (1902-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poljakov' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Weber (1752-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weber' in the authors string.
Johannes Paul Stechmann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stechm.' in the authors string.