Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fulcrata
ID:
89301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Shinners

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab. 19: 71 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088630



Common Names

  • Golden Aster
  • Golden False Sunflower
  • Golden-Headed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Chrysopsis elata Osterh. [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis fulcrata Greene [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis cryptocephala Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis resinolens A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis viscida ciliata S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis resinolens ciliata A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Heterotheca fulcrata fulcrata [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis viscida ciliata (A.Nelson) S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis resinolens resinolens [unknown]

Description

Heterotheca fulcrata (also called Golden Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca fulcrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heterotheca fulcrata var. amplifolia (Rydb.) Semple
Heterotheca fulcrata var. senilis (Wooton & Standl.) Semple

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Heterotheca fulcrata are yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca fulcrata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Heterotheca fulcrata

Heterotheca fulcrata is native to North America, found in the United States and Canada.

Heterotheca fulcrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca fulcrata?

Heterotheca fulcrata

What is the common name of Heterotheca fulcrata?

Golden Aster

What is the natural habitat of Heterotheca fulcrata?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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-44961: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.