Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
douglasii
ID:
44120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 354 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043449



Common Names

  • Douglas' Chaenactis
  • Chaenactis Douglasii
  • Douglas' Pincushion


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Description

Chaenactis douglasii (also called Douglas' Dustymaiden, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky soils. It is found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grassland, and sagebrush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenactis douglasii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaenactis douglasii var. alpina A.Gray

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Chaenactis douglasii flower is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenactis douglasii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Chaenactis douglasii

Chaenactis douglasii is native to western North America and can be found in dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

Chaenactis douglasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenactis douglasii?

Chaenactis douglasii

What is the common name of Chaenactis douglasii?

Douglas' dustymaiden

What is the natural habitat of Chaenactis douglasii?

Grassy prairies of the central United States

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-142027: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.