Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
tro
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (TU, Dorpatensis) 1843: viii (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217767
Common Names
- Lehmann's Lachnoloma
- Lachnoloma lehmannii
- Lehmann's Lettuce
Description
Lachnoloma lehmannii (also called Lehmann's Lachnoloma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and erect stems with yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, steppes, and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Lachnoloma lehmannii has no known non-medical uses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lachnoloma lehmannii has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachnoloma lehmannii can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Lachnoloma lehmannii
Lachnoloma lehmannii can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.
Lachnoloma lehmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachnoloma lehmannii?
Lachnoloma lehmannii
What is the common name of Lachnoloma lehmannii?
Lehmann's Lachnoloma
What is the family of Lachnoloma lehmannii?
Brassicaceae
Species in the Lachnoloma genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
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Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
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Aethionema virgatum,