Conoclinium dissectum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissectum
ID:
23735
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 88 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023064
Common Names
- Showy Coneflower
- Showy Snakeroot
- Showy Thoroughwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Eupatorium greggii A.Gray [unknown]
- Conoclinium greggii Small [unknown]
- Eupatorium dissectum A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Conoclinium dissectum (also called cutleaf conoclinium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Conoclinium dissectum is a perennial flowering plant commonly used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects, as well as to provide ground cover and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Conoclinium dissectum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, serrated leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conoclinium dissectum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-45 cm apart.
Where to Find Conoclinium dissectum
Conoclinium dissectum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, shady areas such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.
Conoclinium dissectum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conoclinium dissectum?
Conoclinium dissectum
What type of plant is Conoclinium dissectum?
Conoclinium dissectum is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Conoclinium dissectum found?
Conoclinium dissectum is found in the southeastern United States.
Species in the Conoclinium genus
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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:197046-1: Based on the initial data import