Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subuligera
ID:
136126

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Schauer) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 71(1): 48 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135455



Common Names

  • Subuliger Brickellbush
  • Subuliger Brickellia
  • Subuliger's Brickellbush


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Description

Brickellia subuligera (also called Brickellbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It is native to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, and it typically grows in open grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands. It has multiple stems that are covered in short, soft hairs and grows up to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a rough texture. Its flowers are yellow and have a daisy-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia subuligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brickellia subuligera has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia subuligera is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Brickellia subuligera

Brickellia subuligera is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Brickellia subuligera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia subuligera?

Brickellia subuligera

What is the common name of Brickellia subuligera?

Needle Brickellia

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia subuligera?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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-96197: Based on the initial data import
Sebastian Schauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Schauer' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.