Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asperifolia
ID:
59601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) C.Clark & Kyhos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Madroño 27: 48 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058930



Common Names

  • Rough Encelia
  • Rough Sunray
  • Rough-leaf Encelia


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Synonyms

  • Encelia californica asperifolia S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Encelia asperifolia (also called Rough Encelia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with a length of up to 8 cm. It is native to Mexico and is found in montane forests, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Encelia asperifolia is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encelia asperifolia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encelia asperifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be kept in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Encelia asperifolia

Encelia asperifolia is found in the Southwestern United States.

Encelia asperifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encelia asperifolia?

Encelia asperifolia

What are the common names of Encelia asperifolia?

Rough-leaved Encelia

What is the habitat of Encelia asperifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

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-16032: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
James Curtis Clark (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Clark' in the authors string.
Donald William Kyhos (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kyhos' in the authors string.