Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gonzalezii
ID:
14908

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & Obando

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 26(100): 348 (-349; figs. 1-2 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014237

Common Names

  • Gonzalez's Lessingianthus
  • Gonzalez's Lessingia
  • Gonzalez's Tarweed

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Description

Lessingianthus gonzalezii (also called Lessingianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lessingianthus gonzalezii is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a source of fiber, as its stems can be used to make rope and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lessingianthus gonzalezii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lessingianthus gonzalezii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Lessingianthus gonzalezii

Lessingianthus gonzalezii is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It can be found in rocky, grassy habitats.

Lessingianthus gonzalezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lessingianthus gonzalezii?

Lessingianthus gonzalezii

What is the family of Lessingianthus gonzalezii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lessingianthus gonzalezii?

Gonzalez's Lessingianthus

Species in the Lessingianthus genus

Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus carduoides, Lessingianthus niederleinii, Lessingianthus laurifolius, Lessingianthus grearii, Lessingianthus adenophyllus, Lessingianthus polyphyllus, Lessingianthus platyphyllus, Lessingianthus hoveaefolius, Lessingianthus gonzalezii, Lessingianthus parvifolius, Lessingianthus coriaceus, Lessingianthus souzae, Lessingianthus lacunosus, Lessingianthus buddleiifolius, Lessingianthus varroniifolius, Lessingianthus heringeri, Lessingianthus soderstroemii, Lessingianthus irwinii, Lessingianthus lanuginosus, Lessingianthus morilloi, Lessingianthus glabratus, Lessingianthus pentacontus, Lessingianthus rubricaulis, Lessingianthus lorentzii, Lessingianthus linearifolius, Lessingianthus ixiamensis, Lessingianthus subobtusus, Lessingianthus bardanoides, Lessingianthus ligulifolius, Lessingianthus regis, Lessingianthus ammophilus, Lessingianthus ulei, Lessingianthus barrosoanus, Lessingianthus laevigatus, Lessingianthus sancti-pauli, Lessingianthus foliosus, Lessingianthus subosbcurus, Lessingianthus lapinhensis, Lessingianthus lanatus, Lessingianthus ibitipocensis, Lessingianthus constrictus, Lessingianthus longicuspis, Lessingianthus laniferus, Lessingianthus declivium, Lessingianthus onopordioides, Lessingianthus argyrophyllus, Lessingianthus rigescens, Lessingianthus clavatus, Lessingianthus octanthus,

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-11377: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Sandra Obando (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Obando' in the authors string.