Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oligadena
ID:
79878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 14. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079207



Common Names

  • Oligadena
  • Brickellia oligadena
  • Brickellia


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Synonyms

  • Brickellia squarrosa oligadena B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Brickellia oligadena (also called Brickellbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and narrow, oval leaves. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia oligadena is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant yellow flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its leaves can be used as a mulch or compost material.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia oligadena is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia oligadena is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Brickellia oligadena

Brickellia oligadena is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Brickellia oligadena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia oligadena?

Brickellia oligadena

What is the common name of Brickellia oligadena?

Narrowleaf Brickellbush

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia oligadena?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-3580: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.