Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wislizeni
ID:
20066

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Reveal & R.M.King

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 232 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019395



Common Names

  • Wislizeni Acourtia
  • Acourtia wislizeni
  • Wislizeni


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Description

Acourtia wislizeni (also called Wislizen's Acourtia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia wislizeni is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make a tea and its flowers can be used to make a syrup. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues and skin problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acourtia wislizeni var. megacephala (A.Gray) Reveal & R.M.King

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia wislizeni is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia wislizeni is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by dividing the root ball in the spring.

Where to Find Acourtia wislizeni

Acourtia wislizeni can be found in the southwestern United States, including Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Acourtia wislizeni FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia wislizeni?

Acourtia wislizeni

What is the common name of Acourtia wislizeni?

Wislizen's acourtia

What type of plant is Acourtia wislizeni?

It is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

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-118753: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.