Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heterolepis
ID:
130005

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 147 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129334



Common Names

  • Desert Thistle
  • Hairy Goldenhead
  • Woolly Acritopappus


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Synonyms

  • Alomia heterolepis B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Acritopappus hagei R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Ageratum heterolepis Baker [unknown]

Description

Acritopappus heterolepis (also called Heterolepis Acritopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, yellow flowers and narrow, green leaves. Native to the western United States, it is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acritopappus heterolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acritopappus heterolepis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acritopappus heterolepis is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from seed or division and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Acritopappus heterolepis

Acritopappus heterolepis can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States.

Acritopappus heterolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritopappus heterolepis?

Acritopappus heterolepis

What type of plant is Acritopappus heterolepis?

Acritopappus heterolepis is an annual herb.

Where is Acritopappus heterolepis found?

Acritopappus heterolepis is found in the United States and Canada.

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-9027: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.