Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
anomalum
ID:
131063

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.L.Canby & Rose) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Sida 11: 376 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130392



Common Names

  • Anomalous Adenophyllum
  • Desert Thistle
  • Desert-thorn


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Synonyms

  • Dyssodia anomala B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Hymenatherum anomalum Canby & Rose [unknown]
  • Thymophylla anomala Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Adenophyllum anomalum (also called Anomalous Adenophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Adenophyllum anomalum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adenophyllum anomalum is a yellow-orange disc floret surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenophyllum anomalum is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Adenophyllum anomalum

Adenophyllum anomalum is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Adenophyllum anomalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenophyllum anomalum?

Adenophyllum anomalum

What is the common name of Adenophyllum anomalum?

Anomalous Adenophyllum

What is the family of Adenophyllum anomalum?

Asteraceae

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-91291: Based on the initial data import
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Margaret Leslie Canby (1904-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Canby' in the authors string.