Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
gcc
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 27: 449 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051404
Common Names
- Eriophyllum congdonii
- Congdon's Woolly Sunflower
- Congdon's Eriophyllum
Synonyms
- Eriophyllum nubigenum congdonii (Brandegee) Constance [unknown]
Description
Eriophyllum congdonii (also called Congdon's Woolly Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is typically found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eriophyllum congdonii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known to have medicinal properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriophyllum congdonii is a yellow-orange color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriophyllum congdonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in the same type of soil as the parent plant.
Where to Find Eriophyllum congdonii
Eriophyllum congdonii is native to North America and can be found in temperate climates. It is often found in dry, sandy areas.
Eriophyllum congdonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriophyllum congdonii?
Eriophyllum congdonii
What type of plant is Eriophyllum congdonii?
Herb
Where does Eriophyllum congdonii grow?
North America
Species in the Eriophyllum genus
Eriophyllum latilobum,
Eriophyllum wallacei,
Eriophyllum lanosum,
Eriophyllum congdonii,
Eriophyllum mohavense,
Eriophyllum nubigenum,
Eriophyllum multicaule,
Eriophyllum lanatum,
Eriophyllum pringlei,
Eriophyllum stoechadifolium,
Eriophyllum ambiguum,
Eriophyllum jepsonii,
Eriophyllum confertiflorum,
Eriophyllum ambrosiodes,
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,