Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lopez-mirandae
ID:
126763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 40 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126092



Common Names

  • Lopez-Miranda's Cronquistianthus
  • Lopez-Miranda's False Sunflower
  • Lopez-Miranda's Helianthus


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium lopezmirandae Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae (also called Lopez-Miranda's Cronquistianthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 0.6 m. It is native to the western United States and Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy, or rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock. It also has many benefits, such as providing habitat for wildlife, improving soil fertility, and providing a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae is a yellow composite flower head with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae is a perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae?

Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae

What is the family of Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cronquistianthus lopez-mirandae?

Lopez-Miranda's cronquistianthus

Species in the Cronquistianthus 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8714: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.