Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
64891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064220



Common Names

  • Hairy Agoseris
  • Hairy Hawkweed
  • Hairy Hawkweed Daisy


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Description

Agoseris hirsuta (also called 'Hairy Agoseris', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long stems with yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Agoseris hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agoseris hirsuta has yellow flowers with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agoseris hirsuta is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Agoseris hirsuta

Agoseris hirsuta can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.

Agoseris hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agoseris hirsuta?

Agoseris hirsuta

What is the common name of Agoseris hirsuta?

Hairy Agoseris

What is the natural habitat of Agoseris hirsuta?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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-21177: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.