Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
125360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 4: 388 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124689



Common Names

  • Achyrocline Tomentosa
  • Woolly Sunray
  • Woolly Sun-ray


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Synonyms

  • Achyrocline polycephala Rusby [unknown]

Description

Achyrocline tomentosa (also called Woolly Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands, stony slopes, and roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrocline tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrocline tomentosa has small yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrocline tomentosa is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division in spring or autumn. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Achyrocline tomentosa

Achyrocline tomentosa can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Achyrocline tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrocline tomentosa?

Achyrocline tomentosa

What is the common name of Achyrocline tomentosa?

Woolly sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Achyrocline tomentosa?

Open woods, prairies, and disturbed sites

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-85786: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.