Status:
valid
Authors:
Mattf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 70(4): 477 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036466
Common Names
- Mastigothrix Arrhenechthites
- Mastigothrix Arrhenechthite
- Mastigothrix Arrhenechthitus
Description
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix (also called hairy-stemmed arrhenechthites, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known to be drought tolerant and is also used as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix has yellow flower heads with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small and black with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which can be sown in the spring or fall. Division of clumps can also be done in the spring.
Where to Find Arrhenechthites mastigothrix
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arrhenechthites mastigothrix?
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix
What is the common name of Arrhenechthites mastigothrix?
Bristly arrhenechthites
Where is Arrhenechthites mastigothrix found?
Arrhenechthites mastigothrix is found in North America
Species in the Arrhenechthites genus
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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,