Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
viscosissimus
ID:
1618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolle

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 7: 293 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000947

Common Names

  • Viscous Allagopappus
  • Viscous Daisy
  • Viscous Fleabane

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Description

Allagopappus viscosissimus (also called Sticky Allagopappus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Allagopappus viscosissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Allagopappus viscosissimus has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allagopappus viscosissimus is a perennial plant that is native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Allagopappus viscosissimus

Allagopappus viscosissimus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Allagopappus viscosissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allagopappus viscosissimus?

Allagopappus viscosissimus

What is the common name of Allagopappus viscosissimus?

Sticky Allagopappus

What is the natural habitat of Allagopappus viscosissimus?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Allagopappus viscosissimus?

Spring and summer

What is the growth habit of Allagopappus viscosissimus?

Upright, clump-forming perennial

Species in the Allagopappus genus

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,

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