Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chihuahuana
ID:
70889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner & S.D.Sundb.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 128 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070218



Common Names

  • Chihuahuana Heterotheca
  • Chihuahuan Golden Aster
  • Chihuahuan Sunflower


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Description

Heterotheca chihuahuana (also called Chihuahuan Goldenaster, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has a woody stem with gray-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca chihuahuana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterotheca chihuahuana is a yellow daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca chihuahuana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Heterotheca chihuahuana

Heterotheca chihuahuana can be found in the Chihuahuan Desert of the United States and Mexico.

Heterotheca chihuahuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca chihuahuana?

Heterotheca chihuahuana

What is the common name of Heterotheca chihuahuana?

Chihuahuan goldenaster

What is the natural habitat of Heterotheca chihuahuana?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.

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

Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Scott D. Sundberg (1954-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.D.Sundb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:278160-2: Based on the initial data import