Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
33984

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(2): 410 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033313



Common Names

  • Atrichoseris platyphylla
  • Flat-Leaf Atrichoseris
  • Platyphylla Atrichoseris


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Synonyms

  • Malacothrix platyphylla A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Atrichoseris platyphylla (also called Flat-leaved Atrichoseris, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green foliage and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is native to California and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Atrichoseris platyphylla is a drought-tolerant plant that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atrichoseris platyphylla is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, stiff, bristly pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf and a small, yellow, daisy-like flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atrichoseris platyphylla is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Atrichoseris platyphylla

Atrichoseris platyphylla can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Atrichoseris platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amomum rivale?

Amomum rivale

What is the common name of Amomum rivale?

Rival Cardamom

What is the natural habitat of Amomum rivale?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia

Species in the Atrichoseris 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-132207: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.