Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
133553

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco : 175 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132882



Common Names

  • Arroyo Buckwheat
  • Desert Buckwheat
  • Tree Buckwheat


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Synonyms

  • Bigelowia arborescens A.Gray [unknown]
  • Chrysoma arborescens Greene [unknown]
  • Aster chrysothamnus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Haplopappus arborescens arborescens [unknown]
  • Linosyris arborescens A.Gray [unknown]
  • Haplopappus arborescens H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Ericameria arborescens arborescens [unknown]
  • Haplopappus arborescens arborescens [unknown]

Description

Ericameria arborescens (also called Goldenbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States, typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Ericameria arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ericameria arborescens is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center disk. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ericameria arborescens is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take several years for the seedlings to reach maturity.

Where to Find Ericameria arborescens

Ericameria arborescens is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is commonly found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Ericameria arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ericameria arborescens?

Ericameria arborescens

What is the common name of Ericameria arborescens?

Ericameria arborescens

Where is Ericameria arborescens found?

Ericameria arborescens is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Ericameria genus

Ericameria linearis, Ericameria parishii, Ericameria arizonica, Ericameria cooperi, Ericameria teretifolia, Ericameria palmeri, Ericameria ericoides, Ericameria bolanderi, Ericameria nana, Ericameria gilmanii, Ericameria laricifolia, Ericameria linearifolia, Ericameria bloomeri, Ericameria resinosa, Ericameria suffruticosa, Ericameria obovata, Ericameria cervina, Ericameria pinifolia, Ericameria juarezensis, Ericameria fasciculata, Ericameria martirensis, Ericameria paniculata, Ericameria greenei, Ericameria watsonii, Ericameria brachylepis, Ericameria nauseosa, Ericameria viscosa, Ericameria zionis, Ericameria albida, Ericameria crispa, Ericameria discoidea, Ericameria winwardii, Ericameria sonorensis, Ericameria lignumviridis, Ericameria greenei, Ericameria arborescens, Ericameria cuneata, Ericameria parryi, Ericameria uintahensis, Ericameria ophitidis, Ericameria compacta, Ericameria discoidea, Ericameria monocephala,

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-93709: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.