Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Greene ex Porter & Britton
Source:
gcc
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 5: 321 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002288
Common Names
- Euthamia caroliniana
- Carolina Euthamia
- Carolina Flat-top Goldenrod
Description
Euthamia caroliniana (also called Carolina goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a white-woolly underside. The flowers are yellow and have a yellow center. It grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Euthamia caroliniana is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Euthamia caroliniana has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euthamia caroliniana is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Euthamia caroliniana
Euthamia caroliniana is found in the eastern United States and Canada.
Euthamia caroliniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euthamia caroliniana?
Euthamia caroliniana
What is the common name of Euthamia caroliniana?
Carolina Goldenrod
What is the natural habitat of Euthamia caroliniana?
Moist meadows and open woods
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