Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luxurians
ID:
85559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 18(3): 480 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084888



Common Names

  • Luxuriant Sonchus
  • Luxuriant Sow-thistle
  • Sonchus Luxurians


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus oliveri-hiernii Boulos [unknown]
  • Sonchus oliveri-hiernii luxurians (R.E.Fr.) Boulos [unknown]
  • Sonchus bipontini luxurians R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Sonchus luxurians (also called Luxuriant Sowthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers have yellow petals with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus luxurians is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory ailments, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sonchus luxurians are yellow in color and have a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus luxurians is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune regularly to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Sonchus luxurians

Sonchus luxurians is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Sonchus luxurians FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Sonchus luxurians?

Sonchus luxurians prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Sonchus luxurians?

Sonchus luxurians prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.

What is the best time to plant Sonchus luxurians?

Sonchus luxurians is best planted in the spring or fall.

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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-41316: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.