Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lemmonii
ID:
14215

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xvii. (1881-82) 206.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013544



Common Names

  • Brickellia Lemmonii
  • Lemmon's Brickellia
  • Lemmon's Brickellbush


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Synonyms

  • Coleosanthus lemmonii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus lemmonii lemmonii [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus wootonii Greene [unknown]
  • Brickellia lemmonii wootonii B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Brickellia lemmonii lemmonii [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus densus Greene [unknown]

Description

Brickellia lemmonii (also called 'Lemmon's Brickellbush', among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia lemmonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brickellia lemmonii var. conduplicata (B.L.Rob.) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia lemmonii is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has a rosette of leaves with a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia lemmonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Brickellia lemmonii

Brickellia lemmonii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Brickellia lemmonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia lemmonii?

Brickellia lemmonii

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia lemmonii?

Grassy meadows and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Brickellia lemmonii?

Early spring to late summer

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

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-113099: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.