Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
117067

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 231 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116396



Common Names

  • Acourtia Pringlei
  • Pringlei Acourtia
  • Acourtia


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Description

Acourtia pringlei (also called Pringle's Acourtia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia pringlei is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia pringlei is a small, white, 5-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia pringlei is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Acourtia pringlei

Acourtia pringlei can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Acourtia pringlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia pringlei?

Acourtia pringlei

What type of plant is Acourtia pringlei?

Herb

Where is Acourtia pringlei found?

North America

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-77800: 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.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.