Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tridactylus
ID:
32267

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 215 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031596



Common Names

  • Tridactyl Amellus
  • Amellus
  • Three-Fingered Amellus


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Synonyms

  • Amellus strigosus thunbergii Harv. [unknown]

Description

Amellus tridactylus (also called Three-fingered Meadowfoam, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has white flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Amellus tridactylus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amellus tridactylus sub. tridactylus
Amellus tridactylus sub. arenarius (S.Moore) Rommel
Amellus tridactylus sub. olivaceus Rommel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amellus tridactylus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amellus tridactylus is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn. It is also possible to propagate from root cuttings taken in spring.

Where to Find Amellus tridactylus

Amellus tridactylus is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Amellus tridactylus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amellus tridactylus?

Amellus tridactylus

What is the common name of Amellus tridactylus?

Three-fingered Meadowfoam

What is the natural habitat of Amellus tridactylus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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