Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
confertiflorum
ID:
134341

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xix. 25 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133670



Common Names

  • Golden Yarrow
  • California Yarrow
  • Showy Eriophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Eriophyllum confertiflorum confertiflorum [unknown]
  • Bahia trifida Nutt. [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum confertiflorum latum H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum confertiflorum laxiflorum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Bahia confertiflora confertiflora [unknown]
  • Bahia confertiflora DC. [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum trifidum Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Eriophyllum confertiflorum (also called 'Golden Yarrow' and 'Golden-Flowered Eriophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has deeply lobed leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriophyllum confertiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriophyllum confertiflorum var. tanacetiflorum (Greene) Jeps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriophyllum confertiflorum is a small, white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc with a white tuft at the top. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriophyllum confertiflorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Eriophyllum confertiflorum

Eriophyllum confertiflorum is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It can be found in dry, open habitats, such as chaparral, oak woodlands, and grasslands.

Eriophyllum confertiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriophyllum confertiflorum?

Eriophyllum confertiflorum

What is the common name of Eriophyllum confertiflorum?

Golden Yarrow

What is the natural habitat of Eriophyllum confertiflorum?

It is found in the western United States and Canada

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-94474: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.