Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
2431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) R.P.Roberts & Urbatsch

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1560 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001760



Common Names

  • Narrowleaf Goldenbush
  • Narrowleaf Ericameria
  • Linearleaf Goldenbush


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Synonyms

  • Ericameria discoidea linearis (Rydb.) G.L.Nesom [unknown]
  • Macronema lineare lineare [unknown]
  • Haplopappus macronema linearis (Rydb.) Dorn [unknown]
  • Macronema lineare Rydb. [unknown]
  • Haplopappus macronema linearis H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Haplopappus linearis (Rydb.) Dayton [unknown]

Description

Ericameria linearis (also called linearleaf goldenbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 meters in height. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ericameria linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ericameria linearis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ericameria linearis is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ericameria linearis

Ericameria linearis is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon. It can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush flats, rocky slopes, and dry meadows.

Ericameria linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ericameria linearis?

Ericameria linearis

What is the common name of Ericameria linearis?

Narrowleaf goldenbush

What is the habitat of Ericameria linearis?

It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush flats, rocky slopes, and dry meadows

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-101700: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.