Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
urolepis
ID:
120948

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 32: 146 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120277



Common Names

  • Urolepis Brickellia
  • Brickell's Urolepis
  • Urolepis Brickellii


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Description

Brickellia urolepis (also called Urolepis Brickellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia urolepis is a hardy, low-maintenance plant that is often used as a groundcover in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brickellia urolepis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened oval. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia urolepis is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Brickellia urolepis

Brickellia urolepis can be found in the grasslands of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Brickellia urolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia urolepis?

Brickellia urolepis

What is the common name of Brickellia urolepis?

Urolepis Brickellia

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia urolepis?

It is found in grasslands 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-81549: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.