Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scaber
ID:
23052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1(6): 316 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022381



Common Names

  • Scaber Blepharipappus
  • Rough-Headed Daisy
  • Rough-Headed Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Blepharipappus laevis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Ptilonella scabra Nutt. [unknown]
  • Ptilonella laevis Greene [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus scaber scaber [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus scaber laevis A.Gray in W.H.Brewer & S.Watson [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus scaber laevis (A.Gray) D.D.Keck [unknown]
  • Ptilonella scabra scabra [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus scaber scaber [unknown]

Description

Blepharipappus scaber (also called 'Rough-headed Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands, disturbed areas, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharipappus scaber is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blepharipappus scaber has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharipappus scaber is a low-growing, perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated from cuttings and division.

Where to Find Blepharipappus scaber

Blepharipappus scaber can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Blepharipappus scaber FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharipappus scaber?

Blepharipappus scaber

What is the natural habitat of Blepharipappus scaber?

Dry grasslands and steppes

What are the common uses of Blepharipappus scaber?

Used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes

Species in the Blepharipappus 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,

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