Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nardosmia
ID:
38698

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 19: 50 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038027



Common Names

  • Nardosmia Cacaliopsis
  • Nardosmia Nardosmia
  • Nardosmia Nodding Cudweed


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Description

Cacaliopsis nardosmia (also called 'Nardosmia Cacaliopsis' and 'Nardosmia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a woody stem and grows up to two feet high. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and clustered. It grows in sandy soils, usually in open woods or along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cacaliopsis nardosmia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cacaliopsis nardosmia has yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small with a single, thin stem and a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cacaliopsis nardosmia is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, bright spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Cacaliopsis nardosmia

Cacaliopsis nardosmia can be found in the western United States, particularly in California and Oregon.

Cacaliopsis nardosmia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cacaliopsis nardosmia?

Cacaliopsis nardosmia

What is the common name of Cacaliopsis nardosmia?

Nardosmia Cacaliopsis

What type of plant is Cacaliopsis nardosmia?

Perennial herb

Species in the Cacaliopsis genus

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-136769: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.