Status:
valid
Authors:
Weakley
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-105: 2 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335845
Common Names
- Marshallia legrandii
- Legrandii Marshallia
- Legrandii
Description
Marshallia legrandii (also called Legrand's marshallia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, white flowers. It is a member of the Asteraceae family.
Uses & Benefits
Marshallia legrandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marshallia legrandii has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow, linear leaves. The seeds are small, black, and have a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marshallia legrandii is a perennial herbaceous species native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Marshallia legrandii
Marshallia legrandii can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.
Marshallia legrandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marshallia legrandii?
Marshallia legrandii
What type of plant is Marshallia legrandii?
Marshallia legrandii is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Marshallia legrandii found?
Marshallia legrandii is found in Russia and Kazakhstan.
Species in the Marshallia genus
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,