Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spicata
ID:
2427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 422 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001756



Common Names

  • Spike Calycadenia
  • Spiked Calycadenia
  • Spikeleaf Calycadenia


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Synonyms

  • Hemizonia spicata Greene [unknown]

Description

Calycadenia spicata (also called Spiked Wreathplant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Calycadenia spicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycadenia spicata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycadenia spicata is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Calycadenia spicata

Calycadenia spicata is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Calycadenia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycadenia spicata?

Calycadenia spicata

What is the common name of Calycadenia spicata?

Spike-leaf calycadenia

What is the habitat of Calycadenia spicata?

It is found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and oak woodlands

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