Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sphaerocephala
ID:
6595

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts n.s., 4: 73. 1849 [10 Feb 1849] ; =Plantae Fendlerianae

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005924



Common Names

  • Gutierrezia sphaerocephala
  • Sphaerocephala
  • Sphaerocephala Plant


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Synonyms

  • Gutierrezia eriocarpa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Xanthocephalum sphaerocephalum eriocarpum (A.Gray) Shinners [unknown]
  • Gutierrezia coulteri Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Xanthocephalum sphaerocephalum (A.Gray) Shinners [unknown]

Description

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala (also called snakeweed, among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. It is typically found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are narrow and linear.

Uses & Benefits

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a natural hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and smooth. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Gutierrezia sphaerocephala

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gutierrezia sphaerocephala?

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala

What are the common names of Gutierrezia sphaerocephala?

Sphaerocephalous snakeweed

What is the natural habitat of Gutierrezia sphaerocephala?

Mountainous areas of South America

Species in the Gutierrezia genus

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala, Gutierrezia isernii, Gutierrezia microcephala, Gutierrezia argyrocarpa, Gutierrezia dunalii, Gutierrezia resinosa, Gutierrezia megalocephala, Gutierrezia grandis, Gutierrezia repens, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia ramulosa, Gutierrezia petradoria, Gutierrezia sarothrae, Gutierrezia solbrigii, Gutierrezia arizonica, Gutierrezia baccharoides, Gutierrezia wrightii, Gutierrezia pomariensis, Gutierrezia conoidea, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia mandonii, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia alamanii, Gutierrezia californica, Gutierrezia taltalensis, Gutierrezia serotina, Gutierrezia sericocarpa, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia texana, Gutierrezia gilliesii, Gutierrezia gayana, Gutierrezia espinosae, Gutierrezia elegans, Gutierrezia mendocina, Gutierrezia chubutensis, Gutierrezia tortosae,

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-105701: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.