Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apargioides
ID:
13517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 177. 1891 [15 Sep 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012846



Common Names

  • Agoseris
  • Apargioides Agoseris
  • Agoseris Apargioides


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Description

Agoseris apargioides (also called False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to western North America. It grows in meadows, pastures, roadsides and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Agoseris apargioides has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agoseris apargioides var. maritima (E.Sheld.) Cronquist
Agoseris apargioides var. eastwoodiae (Fedde) Munz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agoseris apargioides is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agoseris apargioides is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Agoseris apargioides

Agoseris apargioides is native to western North America.

Agoseris apargioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agoseris apargioides?

Agoseris apargioides

What is the family of Agoseris apargioides?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Agoseris apargioides?

North America

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-112429: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.