Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tadul. & Jacob) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 341 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082884
Common Names
- Anstead's cissampelopsis
- Anstead's tickseed
- Anstead's burr-marigold
Synonyms
- Senecio ansteadi Tadul. & Jacob [unknown]
Description
Cissampelopsis ansteadii (also called Anstead's wild petunia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the family Solanaceae. It is native to North America and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Cissampelopsis ansteadii is a low-maintenance plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cissampelopsis ansteadii has white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cissampelopsis ansteadii is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation.
Where to Find Cissampelopsis ansteadii
Cissampelopsis ansteadii is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical forests of South America.
Cissampelopsis ansteadii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cissampelopsis ansteadii?
Cissampelopsis ansteadii
What are the common names of Cissampelopsis ansteadii?
Anstead's Cissampelopsis
What is the natural habitat of Cissampelopsis ansteadii?
It is found in the southwestern United States, at altitudes of 1,400–2,400 m (4,600–7,900 ft).
Species in the Cissampelopsis genus
Cissampelopsis glandulosa,
Cissampelopsis buimalia,
Cissampelopsis calcadensis,
Cissampelopsis corymbosa,
Cissampelopsis pareira,
Cissampelopsis volubilis,
Cissampelopsis spelaeicola,
Cissampelopsis ansteadii,
Cissampelopsis erythrochaeta,
Cissampelopsis corifolia,
Cissampelopsis vivekananthanii,
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,