Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
laevigata
ID:
557739

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raf.) Raf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
New Fl. 2: 58 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557071



Common Names

  • Aureolaria laevigata
  • Laevigata Aureolaria
  • Laevigata False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Dasistoma laevigata (Raf.) Britton ex Morong [unknown]
  • Gerardia laevigata Raf. [unknown]

Description

Aureolaria laevigata (also called Smooth False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to eastern North America. It grows in moist, shady forests and has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aureolaria laevigata is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects and to help with digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aureolaria laevigata has yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aureolaria laevigata is a perennial herb that is native to the eastern United States. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or autumn.

Where to Find Aureolaria laevigata

Aureolaria laevigata can be found in the United States and Canada.

Aureolaria laevigata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aureolaria laevigata?

Aureolaria laevigata

What is the common name of Aureolaria laevigata?

Smooth False Foxglove

What is the natural habitat of Aureolaria laevigata?

Aureolaria laevigata is found in moist woods, thickets, and meadows in the eastern United States.

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:799460-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].