Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptocephalus
ID:
86659

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 43: 281 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085988

Common Names

  • Prickly Lettuce
  • Narrow-Leaved Sow Thistle
  • Smooth Sow Thistle

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Description

Sonchus leptocephalus (also called Slender-leaved Sowthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are lanceolate and toothed. The flowers are yellow and clustered in a head. It is found in dry, open woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus leptocephalus is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus leptocephalus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus leptocephalus is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and covered lightly with soil. Division of clumps should be done in early spring or late fall.

Where to Find Sonchus leptocephalus

Sonchus leptocephalus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Sonchus leptocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus leptocephalus?

Sonchus leptocephalus

What is the common name of Sonchus leptocephalus?

Slender-headed Sowthistle

Where is Sonchus leptocephalus found?

Sonchus leptocephalus is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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-42378: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.