Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Nelson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 47: 433 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128841
Common Names
- Nakedstem Sunray
- Nakedstem Enceliopsis
- Barestem Sunray
Description
Enceliopsis nudicaulis (also called 'Naked-stemmed Sunray', 'Naked-stemmed Aster', and 'Naked-stemmed Enceliopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to the western United States. It is found in dry meadows, roadsides, and waste places.
Uses & Benefits
Enceliopsis nudicaulis is used for culinary purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal herb. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics and food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Enceliopsis nudicaulis is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs attached to them. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Enceliopsis nudicaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and divisions should be taken in spring or autumn. The divisions should be taken from the top of the plant, and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Enceliopsis nudicaulis
Enceliopsis nudicaulis is native to the western United States and can be found in the wild in states such as California, Oregon, and Nevada.
Enceliopsis nudicaulis FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Enceliopsis nudicaulis?
Enceliopsis nudicaulis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
What is the ideal temperature for Enceliopsis nudicaulis?
Enceliopsis nudicaulis prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C).
How often should Enceliopsis nudicaulis be watered?
Enceliopsis nudicaulis should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some dryness.
Species in the Enceliopsis 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,