Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
greeneana
ID:
7446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose) B.G.Baldwin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(4): 468 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006775



Common Names

  • Deinandra
  • Greeneana
  • Greene's Deinandra


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Synonyms

  • Hemizonia greeneana Rose [unknown]
  • Hemizonia greeneana greeneana [unknown]
  • Deinandra greeneana greeneana [unknown]

Description

Deinandra greeneana (also called Greene's tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Deinandra greeneana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Deinandra greeneana var. peninsularis (Moran) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Deinandra greeneana is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deinandra greeneana is an annual herb native to California. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Deinandra greeneana

Deinandra greeneana can be found in California, primarily in the Central Valley.

Deinandra greeneana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deinandra greeneana?

Deinandra greeneana

What is the common name of Deinandra greeneana?

Greene's Deinandra

What is the natural habitat of Deinandra greeneana?

Dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States

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-106539: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.