Status:
valid
Authors:
Raf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ludov. : 65 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073256
Common Names
- Plantain Indian Mallow
- Indian Plantain
- Plantainleaf Indian Mallow
Synonyms
- Cacalia plantaginea (Raf.) Shinners [unknown]
- Mesadenia pteranthes Raf. [unknown]
- Senecio nuttallii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Cacalia tuberosa Nutt. [unknown]
- Cacalia pteranthes Raf. [unknown]
- Mesadenia plantaginea (Raf.) Raf. [unknown]
- Conophora tuberosa Nieuwl. [unknown]
- Mesadenia tuberosa Britton [unknown]
- Mesadenia paniculata Raf. [unknown]
Description
Arnoglossum plantagineum (also called Plantain Indian-plantain, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a single flower head. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, meadows, and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Arnoglossum plantagineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its foliage is used to make floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arnoglossum plantagineum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, with a thin, white stem and small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arnoglossum plantagineum can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For division, dig up the plant and divide the root ball into smaller sections. Replant the sections in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Arnoglossum plantagineum
Arnoglossum plantagineum can be found in North America.
Arnoglossum plantagineum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arnoglossum plantagineum?
Arnoglossum plantagineum
What is the family of Arnoglossum plantagineum?
Asteraceae
Where is Arnoglossum plantagineum native to?
North America
Species in the Arnoglossum 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,