Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissecta
ID:
136469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) L.Martins

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 152(4): 455 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135798

Common Names

  • Dissected Klasea
  • Cutleaf Klasea
  • Toothed Klasea

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Synonyms

  • Serratula angulata Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Serratula dissecta dissecta [unknown]
  • Serratula dissecta Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Serratula dissecta angulata (Kar. & Kir.) Trautv. [unknown]

Description

Klasea dissecta (also called Cutleaf Klasea, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with white flowers. It is native to the western United States and Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Klasea dissecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Klasea dissecta is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Klasea dissecta is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the divisions should be taken in the spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Klasea dissecta

Klasea dissecta is native to Central and South America. It can be found in open, dry areas, such as roadsides, disturbed areas, and disturbed forests.

Klasea dissecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Klasea dissecta?

Klasea dissecta

What is the common name of Klasea dissecta?

Dissected Klasea

What type of plant is Klasea dissecta?

Perennial herb

Species in the Klasea genus

Klasea gracillima, Klasea erucifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea kotschyi, Klasea haussknechtii, Klasea cardunculus, Klasea flavescens, Klasea khuzistanica, Klasea aphyllopoda, Klasea radiata, Klasea chartacea, Klasea cerinthifolia, Klasea hastifolia, Klasea lyratifolia, Klasea suffruticulosa, Klasea lasiocephala, Klasea aznavouriana, Klasea coriacea, Klasea pallida, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea leptoclada, Klasea bulgarica, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea viciifolia, Klasea latifolia, Klasea procumbens, Klasea legionensis, Klasea biebersteiniana, Klasea grandifolia, Klasea bogdensis, Klasea serratuloides, Klasea melanocheila, Klasea pusilla, Klasea nudicaulis, Klasea kurdica, Klasea marginata, Klasea cretica, Klasea bornmuelleri, Klasea hakkiarica, Klasea integrifolia, Klasea sogdiana, Klasea suffulta, Klasea mouterdei, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea baetica, Klasea quinquefolia, Klasea dissecta, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea oligocephala,

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

Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Martins: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Martins' in the authors string.