Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macra
ID:
117456

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 4(29): 145 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116785



Common Names

  • Acomis Macra
  • Macra Hawkweed
  • Macra Acomis


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Description

Acomis macra (also called Slender Acomis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and has yellow flowers with a white center. It has small, hairy leaves and can reach up to 10 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Acomis macra is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acomis macra is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and brown. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acomis macra is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn, or by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Acomis macra

Acomis macra is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 3,000 to 5,000 meters.

Acomis macra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acomis macra?

Acomis macra

What is the common name of Acomis macra?

Pale Acoma

What is the family of Acomis macra?

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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