Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wallacei
ID:
16086

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015415



Common Names

  • Wallace's Woolly Daisy
  • Woolly Eriophyllum
  • Wallace's Eriophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Eriophyllum wallacei calvescens S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Actinolepis wallacei A.Gray [unknown]
  • Bahia rubella A.Gray [unknown]
  • Actinolepis wallacei wallacei [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum wallacei rubellum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum wallacei wallacei [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum wallacei wallacei [unknown]
  • Antheropeas rubellum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Antheropeas wallacei Rydb. [unknown]
  • Bahia wallacei A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Eriophyllum wallacei (also called Wallace's woolly daisy, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads that are usually solitary. It grows in dry, open areas such as hillsides, rocky slopes, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Eriophyllum wallacei has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriophyllum wallacei var. australe (Rydb.) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriophyllum wallacei has daisy-like yellow flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriophyllum wallacei is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Eriophyllum wallacei

Eriophyllum wallacei can be found in the western United States, including in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Eriophyllum wallacei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriophyllum wallacei?

Eriophyllum wallacei

What type of plant is Eriophyllum wallacei?

Perennial

What is the natural habitat of Eriophyllum wallacei?

Grassland, chaparral

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-114918: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.