Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pungens
ID:
128044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco : 196 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127373



Common Names

  • Centromadia pungens
  • Pungent Centromadia
  • Pungent Tarweed


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Synonyms

  • Centromadia pungens pungens [unknown]
  • Hemizonia pungens pungens [unknown]

Description

Centromadia pungens (also called Spiny-Leaved Centromadia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States and Canada. It is a small plant, growing up to 0.3 meters tall, with lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, hillsides, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Centromadia pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centromadia pungens sub. pungens
Centromadia pungens sub. laevis (D.D.Keck) B.G.Baldwin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centromadia pungens is a yellow-green color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centromadia pungens is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Centromadia pungens

Centromadia pungens is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado.

Centromadia pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centromadia pungens?

Centromadia pungens

What is the common name of Centromadia pungens?

Sharp-pointed Centromadia

What is the natural habitat of Centromadia pungens?

Grasslands and meadows

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-88379: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.