Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudoliatris
ID:
74522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris (1816) 149.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073851



Common Names

  • Carphephorus pseudoliatris
  • Cotton Thistle
  • Seaside Cotton Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Liatris squamosa Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Carphephorus pseudoliatris (also called False Liatris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Carphephorus pseudoliatris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carphephorus pseudoliatris has yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carphephorus pseudoliatris can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate drought. It is best to plant in spring or fall.

Where to Find Carphephorus pseudoliatris

Carphephorus pseudoliatris is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Carphephorus pseudoliatris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carphephorus pseudoliatris?

Carphephorus pseudoliatris

What is the common name of Carphephorus pseudoliatris?

False Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Carphephorus pseudoliatris?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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-30593: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.