Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barclayae
ID:
67361

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 286 (-287), fig (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066690

Common Names

  • Liabum barclayae
  • Barclay's Liabum
  • Barclay's Liabum

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Description

Liabum barclayae (also called Barclay's Liabum, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in meadows and grasslands. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and produces yellow flowers with a white center.

Uses & Benefits

Liabum barclayae is used as a natural dye for textiles, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liabum barclayae is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liabum barclayae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Liabum barclayae

Liabum barclayae is native to Central America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.

Liabum barclayae FAQ

What are the common names of Liabum barclayae?

Barclay's Liabum, Barclay's Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Liabum barclayae?

Liabum barclayae is native to Ethiopia and grows in dry, rocky areas.

What is the growth habit of Liabum barclayae?

Liabum barclayae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.

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,