Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mollis
ID:
118465

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts vii. (1868) 360

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117794

Common Names

  • Soft Calycadenia
  • Mollis Calycadenia
  • Soft-leaf Calycadenia

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Synonyms

  • Calycadenia mollis mollis [unknown]
  • Hemizonia mollis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hemizonia angustifolia Durand [unknown]

Description

Calycadenia mollis (also called Mollis Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to western North America. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Pogonatum takao-montanum is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycadenia mollis has small yellow flowers with four to eight petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy with a tuft of white bristles. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons, followed by a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycadenia mollis is a perennial herb native to California. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Calycadenia mollis

Pogonatum takao-montanum is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas of forests.

Calycadenia mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycadenia mollis?

Calycadenia mollis

What is the habitat of Calycadenia mollis?

Calycadenia mollis is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

What is the flowering period of Calycadenia mollis?

Calycadenia mollis flowers from June to August.

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-79145: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.