Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Rich.) Belcher
Source:
gcc
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. xliii. 75 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066587
Common Names
- Arrhenechthites mixta
- Mixed Daisy
- Mixed Daisybush
Synonyms
- Erechtites mixta DC. [unknown]
- Senecio mixtus A.Rich. [unknown]
Description
Arrhenechthites mixta (also called 'Giant Ragweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It grows up to 2 m tall and has large, deeply lobed leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Arrhenechthites mixta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arrhenechthites mixta has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arrhenechthites mixta is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils in the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late fall.
Where to Find Arrhenechthites mixta
Arrhenechthites mixta is native to Mexico and can be found in the temperate regions of the country.
Arrhenechthites mixta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arrhenechthites mixta?
Arrhenechthites mixta
What is the natural habitat of Arrhenechthites mixta?
Arrhenechthites mixta is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Arrhenechthites mixta?
Arrhenechthites mixta is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.
Species in the Arrhenechthites 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,