Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
84147

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083476



Common Names

  • Bahiopsis tomentosa
  • Woolly Bahiopsis
  • Woolly False Aster


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Description

Bahiopsis tomentosa (also called Woolly Marbleseed, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has a woody stem with small, white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bahiopsis tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bahiopsis tomentosa is yellow in color and has a tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bahiopsis tomentosa is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 10 cm apart and grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will require little maintenance and can be divided every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Bahiopsis tomentosa

Bahiopsis tomentosa can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States.

Bahiopsis tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bahiopsis tomentosa?

Bahiopsis tomentosa

What is the family of Bahiopsis tomentosa?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Bahiopsis tomentosa?

Southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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-39958: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.