Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
118844

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) Reveal & R.M.King

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 230 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118173



Common Names

  • Nelson's Acourtia
  • Nelson's Desert-thistle
  • Nelson's Desert Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Perezia nelsonii B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Acourtia nelsonii (also called Nelson's Acourtia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the deserts of the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosteleum fusco-virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Acourtia nelsonii flower is a yellow-orange color with a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia nelsonii is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best propagated from seed or division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Acourtia nelsonii

Acourtia nelsonii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Acourtia nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia nelsonii?

Acourtia nelsonii

What is the natural habitat of Acourtia nelsonii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the flowering period of Acourtia nelsonii?

April to October

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

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-79511: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.