Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
28136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 85 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027465



Common Names

  • Brickellia microphylla
  • Small-leaved Brickellbush
  • Small-leaved Brickellia


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Description

Brickellia microphylla (also called Small-leaf Brickellbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, grey-green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open woodland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia microphylla is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments. Its roots can be used as a tea to treat digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brickellia microphylla var. scabra A.Gray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brickellia microphylla has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 mm. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a short stem with small, oval cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia microphylla is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brickellia microphylla

Brickellia microphylla is native to North America and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and shrublands.

Brickellia microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia microphylla?

Brickellia microphylla

What is the common name of Brickellia microphylla?

Small-leaved Brickellbush

What is the habitat of Brickellia microphylla?

It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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-126546: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.