Achyrocline rupestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
135112
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 9: 43, fig. 2 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134441
Common Names
- Rupestris Sunflower
- Rupestris Achyrocline
- Rupestris False Sunflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Achyrocline rupestris (also called Rock daisy, Rock sunflower, and many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit, with deeply lobed leaves and small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrocline rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achyrocline rupestris is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Achyrocline rupestris is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Achyrocline rupestris
Achyrocline rupestris is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Achyrocline rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrocline rupestris?
Achyrocline rupestris
What is the common name of Achyrocline rupestris?
Rocky Achyrocline
What is the natural habitat of Achyrocline rupestris?
Rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Achyrocline genus
Achyrocline lehmannii, Achyrocline gaudens, Achyrocline alata, Achyrocline crassiuscula, Achyrocline ventosa, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline arrojadoana, Achyrocline crassiceps, Achyrocline gertiana, Achyrocline marchiorii, Achyrocline bogotensis, Achyrocline flaccida, Achyrocline satureioides, Achyrocline latifolia, Achyrocline anabelae, Achyrocline virescens, Achyrocline albicans, Achyrocline glandulosa, Achyrocline hyperchlora, Achyrocline tombadorensis, Achyrocline ribasiana, Achyrocline hirta, Achyrocline gardneri, Achyrocline oaxacana, Achyrocline vargasiana, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline deflexa, Achyrocline luisiana, Achyrocline scandens, Achyrocline mathiolifolia, Achyrocline mollis, Achyrocline venosa, Achyrocline hallii, Achyrocline trianae, Achyrocline disjuncta, Achyrocline tomentosa, Achyrocline peruviana, Achyrocline macella, Achyrocline celosioides, Achyrocline vauthieriana, Achyrocline guerreroana, Achyrocline flavida, Achyrocline rupestris, Achyrocline chionaea, Achyrocline eriodes, Achyrocline heringeri,
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-95228: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.