Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
basalticus
ID:
633288

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot. 12: 16 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632620



Common Names

  • Basalticus Cymopterus
  • Cymopterus basalticus
  • Basalticus Cymopterus


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Description

Cymopterus basalticus (also called basalt cymopterus, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to the western United States. It is a low-growing, sprawling shrub with thin stems that can reach up to 29 feet (8.7 m) in length. It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in association with sagebrush and other desert shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Cymopterus basalticus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymopterus basalticus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymopterus basalticus is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to the western United States. It is a perennial herb with thick, fleshy stems and leaves. The plant is propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers a warm, moist environment and does well in partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cymopterus basalticus

Cymopterus basalticus is native to the western United States, and can be found in dry, open areas.

Cymopterus basalticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymopterus basalticus?

Cymopterus basalticus

What is the common name of Cymopterus basalticus?

Basalt cymopterus

What is the natural habitat of Cymopterus basalticus?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges in the Great Basin region of the western United States

Species in the Cymopterus genus

Cymopterus davidsonii, Cymopterus sessiliflorus, Cymopterus aboriginum, Cymopterus alpinus, Cymopterus anisatus, Cymopterus bakeri, Cymopterus basalticus, Cymopterus beckii, Cymopterus cinerarius, Cymopterus coulteri, Cymopterus davisii, Cymopterus deserticola, Cymopterus douglassii, Cymopterus duchesnensis, Cymopterus evertii, Cymopterus gilmanii, Cymopterus glaucus, Cymopterus globosus, Cymopterus glomeratus, Cymopterus goodrichii, Cymopterus hendersonii, Cymopterus humilis, Cymopterus lapidosus, Cymopterus lemmonii, Cymopterus longipes, Cymopterus macdougalii, Cymopterus megacephalus, Cymopterus minimus, Cymopterus newberryi, Cymopterus nivalis, Cymopterus petraeus, Cymopterus purpureus, Cymopterus ripleyi, Cymopterus rosei, Cymopterus terebinthinus, Cymopterus trotteri, Cymopterus williamsii, Cymopterus crawfordensis, Cymopterus spellenbergii,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

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