Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lactucina
ID:
100406

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 6: 552 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000099735



Common Names

  • Lettuce Stephanomeria
  • Lettuce Wirelettuce
  • Lettuce Stickleaf


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Synonyms

  • Ptiloria lactucina (A.Gray) Greene [unknown]

Description

Stephanomeria lactucina (also called Lettuce Stephanomeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white. It is found in dry areas, such as deserts, and is often used for erosion control.

Uses & Benefits

Stephanomeria lactucina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, digestive issues, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stephanomeria lactucina has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanomeria lactucina is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Stephanomeria lactucina

Stephanomeria lactucina can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Stephanomeria lactucina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria lactucina?

Stephanomeria lactucina

What is the family of Stephanomeria lactucina?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Stephanomeria lactucina?

None

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-5650: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.