Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hispidus
ID:
2457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Druce

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4(Suppl. 2): 621 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001786

Common Names

  • Hispid Elytropappus
  • Hairy Elytropappus
  • Hairy Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium hispidum L.f. [unknown]
  • Ifloga setulosa Hutch. [unknown]
  • Elytropappus spinellosus Cass. [unknown]
  • Metalasia hispida D.Don [unknown]
  • Elytropappus cyathiformis DC. [unknown]
  • Elytropappus hispidus (L.f.) Levyns [unknown]
  • Elytropappus spinulosus Less. [unknown]
  • Cyathopappus metalasioides Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium hispidum Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Elytropappus hispidus (also called Bristly Elytropappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Elytropappus hispidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elytropappus hispidus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elytropappus hispidus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Elytropappus hispidus

Elytropappus hispidus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Elytropappus hispidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elytropappus hispidus?

Elytropappus hispidus

What is the common name of Elytropappus hispidus?

Hairy Sunray

What is the family of Elytropappus hispidus?

Asteraceae

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,

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