Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
49794

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Batt.) Murb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund. , n.s., 19(1): 65 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049123

Common Names

  • Tree Launaea
  • Arborescent Launaea
  • Woody Launaea

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Description

Launaea arborescens (also called Tree Lettuce, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, sunny areas such as open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Launaea arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Launaea arborescens is yellow and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and are light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Launaea arborescens is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in areas with cool summers and mild winters. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time for the plants to reach maturity. Cuttings are the preferred method of propagation. The cuttings should be taken in early spring or late fall. The cuttings should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Launaea arborescens

Launaea arborescens is found in the Sahara Desert of Algeria.

Launaea arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Launaea arborescens?

Launaea arborescens

What is the common name of Launaea arborescens?

Arborescens Taraxacum

Where is Launaea arborescens found?

Launaea arborescens is found in North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Launaea genus

Launaea sarmentosa, Launaea quercifolia, Launaea oligocephala, Launaea capitata, Launaea aspleniifolia, Launaea picridioides, Launaea polydichotoma, Launaea almahrahensis, Launaea thalassica, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea rogersii, Launaea violacea, Launaea hafunensis, Launaea nudicaulis, Launaea viminea, Launaea viminea, Launaea taraxacifolia, Launaea cabrae, Launaea nana, Launaea platyphylla, Launaea microcephala, Launaea socotrana, Launaea picridioides, Launaea arborescens, Launaea stocksiana, Launaea korovinii, Launaea massauensis, Launaea stenocephala, Launaea rhynchocarpa, Launaea acanthodes, Launaea petitiana, Launaea angustifolia, Launaea mucronata, Launaea polyclada, Launaea benadirensis, Launaea spinosa, Launaea bornmuelleri, Launaea quettaensis, Launaea castanosperma, Launaea cornuta, Launaea intybacea, Launaea massauensis, Launaea secunda, Launaea pumila, Launaea cervicornis, Launaea acaulis, Launaea procumbens, Launaea crepoides, Launaea amal-aminiae, Launaea crassifolia,

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-14764: Based on the initial data import
Jules Aimé Battandier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batt.' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.