Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
125122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klingenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 157: 252 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124451



Common Names

  • Pusillus
  • Little Sunray
  • Little Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Diplopappus bellidifolius Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Haplopappus pusillus (also called Haplopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the temperate regions of North America and is found in grasslands. It has feathery leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Haplopappus pusillus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haplopappus pusillus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplopappus pusillus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Haplopappus pusillus

Haplopappus pusillus can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.

Haplopappus pusillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haplopappus pusillus?

Haplopappus pusillus

What is the common name of Haplopappus pusillus?

Dwarf Haplopappus

What is the natural habitat of Haplopappus pusillus?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,