Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 143 (-144), fig (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094634
Common Names
- Acritopappus
- Morii's Acritopappus
- Morii's Goldenbush
Description
Acritopappus morii (also called Morii's Acritopappus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Acritopappus morii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acritopappus morii has small, yellow flowers with a single pistil and several stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acritopappus morii is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Acritopappus morii
Acritopappus morii is native to the dry regions of northern Mexico.
Acritopappus morii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acritopappus morii?
Acritopappus morii
What type of plant is Acritopappus morii?
It is a perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Acritopappus morii?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Acritopappus genus
Acritopappus subtomentosus,
Acritopappus diamantinicus,
Acritopappus longifolius,
Acritopappus harleyi,
Acritopappus prunifolius,
Acritopappus pintoi,
Acritopappus santosii,
Acritopappus buiquensis,
Acritopappus teixeirae,
Acritopappus connatifolius,
Acritopappus micropappus,
Acritopappus catolesensis,
Acritopappus morii,
Acritopappus confertus,
Acritopappus heterolepis,
Acritopappus irwinii,
Acritopappus pereirae,
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,