Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stylosus
ID:
43008

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eastw.) Urbatsch, R.P.Roberts & Neubig

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1627 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042337



Common Names

  • Chrysothamnus stylosus
  • Styled Rabbitbrush
  • Styled Chrysothamnus


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Synonyms

  • Vanclevea stylosa Greene [unknown]
  • Grindelia stylosa Eastw. [unknown]

Description

Chrysothamnus stylosus (also called Stylo, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the western United States. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and desert grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysothamnus stylosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysothamnus stylosus has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysothamnus stylosus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in the spring and thin out the seedlings to the desired spacing. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Replant the divisions in the desired location.

Where to Find Chrysothamnus stylosus

Chrysothamnus stylosus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Chrysothamnus stylosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysothamnus stylosus?

Chrysothamnus stylosus

What are the common names of Chrysothamnus stylosus?

Stylus rabbitbrush

What is the natural habitat of Chrysothamnus stylosus?

It is native to the western United States, from California to Utah

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-140952: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Kurt M. Neubig (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neubig' in the authors string.