Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vialis
ID:
91527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bradshaw

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Torreya 20: 122 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090856



Common Names

  • Eucephalus vialis
  • Mountain Aster
  • Vial's Aster


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Synonyms

  • Aster vialis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Eucephalus vialis (also called White-headed Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to the western United States. It has white, daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in open, sunny areas and is found in meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Eucephalus vialis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eucephalus vialis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucephalus vialis is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9.

Where to Find Eucephalus vialis

Eucephalus vialis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Eucephalus vialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eucephalus vialis?

Eucephalus vialis

What type of plant is Eucephalus vialis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Eucephalus vialis native to?

North America

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-47136: Based on the initial data import
Robert Vernon Bradshaw (b.1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bradshaw' in the authors string.