Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subtomentosus
ID:
4427

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 146, fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003756



Common Names

  • Subtomentosus Acritopappus
  • Acritopappus Subtomentosus
  • Subtomentosus Acritopappus


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Description

Acritopappus subtomentosus (also called Woolly-bracted Acritopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with woolly bracts. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acritopappus subtomentosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acritopappus subtomentosus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have five lobes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acritopappus subtomentosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a cool climate and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Acritopappus subtomentosus

Acritopappus subtomentosus can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Acritopappus subtomentosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritopappus subtomentosus?

Acritopappus subtomentosus

What is the common name of Acritopappus subtomentosus?

Woolly Sunray

What is the habitat of Acritopappus subtomentosus?

Acritopappus subtomentosus is found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and rocky hillsides.

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-103628: Based on the initial data import
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.