Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oliganthes
ID:
17305

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 84 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016634



Common Names

  • Brickellia oliganthes
  • Few-flowered Brickellbush
  • Few-flowered Brickellia


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Description

Brickellia oliganthes (also called Few-flowered Brickellia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Himalayas. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia oliganthes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia oliganthes is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia oliganthes is a perennial herb that is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a sunny spot and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Brickellia oliganthes

Brickellia oliganthes can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Brickellia oliganthes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia oliganthes?

Brickellia oliganthes

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia oliganthes?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

What is the blooming season of Brickellia oliganthes?

Late summer to early fall

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-116094: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.