Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
micropappus
ID:
87205

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 100 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086534



Common Names

  • Micro Pappus
  • Acritopappus Micro Pappus
  • Micro Pappus Acritopappus


Searching for Acritopappus micropappus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Acritopappus micropappus (also called smallflower acritopappus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, white flowers and needle-like leaves. It grows in deserts, grasslands, and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acritopappus micropappus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to create natural fences or hedges. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acritopappus micropappus is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are initially green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

Searching for Acritopappus micropappus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Acritopappus micropappus is an annual plant native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Acritopappus micropappus

Acritopappus micropappus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Acritopappus micropappus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritopappus micropappus?

Acritopappus micropappus

What is the common name of Acritopappus micropappus?

Micropappus Acritopappus

What is the habitat of Acritopappus micropappus?

Acritopappus micropappus is found in dry, sandy or gravelly soils in the western United States

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-42911: 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.