Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bolanderi
ID:
132722

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) W.A.Weber

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 85(1): 19. 1999 [1998 publ. 1999]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132051



Common Names

  • Bolander's Agnorhiza
  • Bolander's Tarweed
  • Bolander's Goldenbush


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Description

Agnorhiza bolanderi (also called Bolander's agnorhiza, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry open woods, meadows, and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately divided, and its flowers are yellow and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Agnorhiza bolanderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agnorhiza bolanderi has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agnorhiza bolanderi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Agnorhiza bolanderi

Agnorhiza bolanderi can be found in the woodlands of western North America.

Agnorhiza bolanderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agnorhiza bolanderi?

Agnorhiza bolanderi

What is the common name of Agnorhiza bolanderi?

Bolander's Agnorhiza

What is the natural habitat of Agnorhiza bolanderi?

Agnorhiza bolanderi is found 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-92901: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
William Alfred Weber (1918-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Weber' in the authors string.