Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amplifolia
ID:
62533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm. & Muschl.) M.G.Gilbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36(3): 593 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061862



Common Names

  • Amplified Bothriocline
  • Amplified Daisy
  • Amplified Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Erlangea amplifolia amplifolia [unknown]
  • Erlangea amplifolia aberdarica R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Erlangea amplifolia O.Hoffm. & Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline amplifolia (also called large-leaved bothriocline, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to the southwestern United States. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline amplifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline amplifolia is a yellow-green disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark-brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline amplifolia is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Bothriocline amplifolia

Bothriocline amplifolia is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.

Bothriocline amplifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline amplifolia?

Bothriocline amplifolia

What type of plant is Bothriocline amplifolia?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Bothriocline amplifolia grow?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-18881: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.