Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elata
ID:
76069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 177 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075398



Common Names

  • Mountain Agoseris
  • Mountain Hawkweed
  • Mountain Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Microrhynchus laciniatus (Nutt.) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Agoseris grandiflora laciniata (Nutt.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Microrhynchus laciniatus laciniatus [unknown]
  • Macrorhynchus elatus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stylopappus laciniatus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Troximon laciniatum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stylopappus elatus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Troximon nuttallii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Agoseris laciniata (Nutt.) Greene [unknown]
  • Stylopappus laciniatus longifolius Nutt. [unknown]
  • Troximon grandiflorum laciniatum (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stylopappus laciniatus laciniatus [unknown]
  • Agoseris tenuifolia Rydb. [unknown]
  • Troximon elatum (Nutt.) A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Troximon grandiflorum tenuifolium A.Gray [illegitimate]

Description

Agoseris elata (also called 'tall agoseris', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has tall, upright stems and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Agoseris elata is used as a source of food for wildlife, and its leaves are used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agoseris elata has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agoseris elata is a fast-growing, perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the cuttings regularly until they are established.

Where to Find Agoseris elata

Agoseris elata can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.

Agoseris elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agoseris elata?

Agoseris elata

What type of plant is Agoseris elata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Agoseris elata native to?

Western 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-32085: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.