Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 43: 492 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005947
Common Names
- Haplopappus paucidentatus
- Paucidentatus
- Paucidentatus Plant
Synonyms
- Haplopappus prostratus Phil. [unknown]
- Diplopappus glutinosus Poepp. ex Less. [unknown]
- Aster glutinosus Kuntze [unknown]
- Aster oligodontus Kuntze [unknown]
- Haplopappus glutinosus spathulatus Cabrera in M.N.Correa [unknown]
Description
Haplopappus paucidentatus (also called white-rayed hareleaf, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the western United States and Mexico. It is typically found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are linear.
Uses & Benefits
Haplopappus paucidentatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haplopappus paucidentatus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haplopappus paucidentatus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended as it is difficult to get the seeds to germinate.
Where to Find Haplopappus paucidentatus
Haplopappus paucidentatus 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.
Haplopappus paucidentatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haplopappus paucidentatus?
Haplopappus paucidentatus
What are the common names of Haplopappus paucidentatus?
Few-toothed haplopappus
What is the natural habitat of Haplopappus paucidentatus?
Mountainous areas of South America
Species in the Haplopappus genus
Haplopappus hookerianus,
Haplopappus platylepis,
Haplopappus remyanus,
Haplopappus paucidentatus,
Haplopappus angustifolius,
Haplopappus valparadisiacus,
Haplopappus cerberoanus,
Haplopappus racemiger,
Haplopappus pedunculosus,
Haplopappus philippii,
Haplopappus macrocephalus,
Haplopappus vicuniensis,
Haplopappus phyllophorus,
Haplopappus diplopappus,
Haplopappus integerrimus,
Haplopappus donianus,
Haplopappus rigidus,
Haplopappus pinnatifidus,
Haplopappus linifolius,
Haplopappus mucronatus,
Haplopappus retinervius,
Haplopappus rengifoanus,
Haplopappus chrysanthemifolius,
Haplopappus struthionum,
Haplopappus mendocinus,
Haplopappus albicans,
Haplopappus humilis,
Haplopappus nahuelbutae,
Haplopappus baylahuen,
Haplopappus marginalis,
Haplopappus graveolens,
Haplopappus ischnos,
Haplopappus multifolius,
Haplopappus pristiphyllus,
Haplopappus ochagavianus,
Haplopappus bezanillanus,
Haplopappus deserticola,
Haplopappus anthylloides,
Haplopappus coquimbensis,
Haplopappus rotundifolius,
Haplopappus uncinatus,
Haplopappus parvifolius,
Haplopappus fremonti,
Haplopappus pinea,
Haplopappus kingi,
Haplopappus serrulatus,
Haplopappus ferreyrae,
Haplopappus pulchellus,
Haplopappus decurrens,
Haplopappus reicheanus,
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,