Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
40418

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vasey & Rose) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 140(1): 72 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039747



Common Names

  • Littleleaf Bahia
  • Little-leaf Bahia
  • Small-leaf Bahia


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Description

Bahiopsis microphylla (also called Littleleaf Palafox, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, rounded leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bahiopsis microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has small yellow flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bahiopsis microphylla is yellow in color and has a single, long stem. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bahiopsis microphylla is a shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Bahiopsis microphylla

Bahiopsis microphylla is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Bahiopsis microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bahiopsis microphylla?

Bahiopsis microphylla

What are the common names of Bahiopsis microphylla?

Littleleaf bahia, littleleaf bahiopsis

What is the growth habit of Bahiopsis microphylla?

It is an annual or short-lived perennial herb with a prostrate to ascending growth habit.

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-138449: Based on the initial data import
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.
George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.