Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acoma
ID:
138246

Status:
valid

Authors:
Druce

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4(Suppl. 2): 602 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137575



Common Names

  • Acomis Acoma
  • Acoma
  • Acomis


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Synonyms

  • Rutidosis acoma F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Acomis rutidosea F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Calomeria acoma (F.Muell.) Heine [unknown]

Description

Acomis acoma (also called Acoma Acomis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acomis acoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees, as well as to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acomis acoma is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acomis acoma is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Acomis acoma

Acomis acoma is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Acomis acoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acomis acoma?

Acomis acoma

What is the common name of Acomis acoma?

Acoma Acomis

What is the family of Acomis acoma?

Asteraceae

Species in the Acomis genus

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,

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