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(Michx.) Elliott
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wfo-0000016662
Common Names
- Chrysopsis gossypina
- Cottony Goldenaster
- Goldenaster
Synonyms
- Chrysopsis gossypina gossypina [unknown]
- Chrysopsis trichophylla trichophylla [unknown]
- Chrysopsis gossypina gossypina [unknown]
- Chrysopsis arenicola Alexander [deprecated]
Description
Chrysopsis gossypina (also called Cotton-Leaved Chrysopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to North America. It has ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysopsis gossypina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chrysopsis gossypina sub. cruiseana (Dress) Semple
Chrysopsis gossypina sub. hyssopifolia (Nutt.) Semple
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chrysopsis gossypina is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysopsis gossypina is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted into the garden. Division can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the garden.
Where to Find Chrysopsis gossypina
Chrysopsis gossypina can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi.
Chrysopsis gossypina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysopsis gossypina?
Chrysopsis gossypina
What type of plant is Chrysopsis gossypina?
A flowering plant
Where is Chrysopsis gossypina found?
It is found in the southeastern United States
Species in the Chrysopsis genus
Chrysopsis latisquamea,
Chrysopsis gossypina,
Chrysopsis linearifolia,
Chrysopsis subulata,
Chrysopsis gossypina,
Chrysopsis godfreyi,
Chrysopsis lanuginosa,
Chrysopsis delaneyi,
Chrysopsis mariana,
Chrysopsis floridana,
Chrysopsis scabrella,
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,