Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hilliardiae
ID:
47027

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 129(2): 153 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046356



Common Names

  • Hilliard's Thistle
  • Hilliard's Cirsium
  • Hilliard's Plume Thistle


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Description

Cymbopappus hilliardiae (also called Hilliard's Cymbopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its flower heads are composed of yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It is native to the southwestern United States, and it typically grows in sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopappus hilliardiae is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the southwestern United States. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cymbopappus hilliardiae has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopappus hilliardiae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month. Deadhead the flowers to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cymbopappus hilliardiae

Cymbopappus hilliardiae is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Cymbopappus hilliardiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopappus hilliardiae?

Cymbopappus hilliardiae

What type of plant is Cymbopappus hilliardiae?

It is a perennial herb

What is the growth habit of Cymbopappus hilliardiae?

It has a low-growing, spreading habit

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-144826: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.