Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
trachyphyllus
ID:
135657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 226 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134986



Common Names

  • Trachyphyllus
  • Softleaf
  • Soft-leaved


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Description

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus (also called Rough-Leaved Asplundianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant and is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asplundianthus trachyphyllus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus is a perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Asplundianthus trachyphyllus

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundianthus trachyphyllus?

Asplundianthus trachyphyllus

What is the common name of Asplundianthus trachyphyllus?

Asplundianthus

What is the natural habitat of Asplundianthus trachyphyllus?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95751: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.