Heterotheca mucronata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
32741
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.L.Harms
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 205
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032070
Common Names
- Heterotheca
- Mucronate Heterotheca
- Mucronate False Sunflower
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- Heterotheca mucronata mucronata [unknown]
Description
Heterotheca mucronata (also called Sharp-pointed Heterotheca, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to western North America. It grows to a height of 1-3 feet and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Heterotheca mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heterotheca mucronata is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a white stem.
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Heterotheca mucronata is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both drought and flooding. It is best propagated by seed, which can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Heterotheca mucronata
Heterotheca mucronata is native to western North America and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides.
Heterotheca mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterotheca mucronata?
Heterotheca mucronata
What type of plant is Heterotheca mucronata?
Asteraceae
Where is Heterotheca mucronata found?
Western North America
Species in the Heterotheca genus
Heterotheca subaxillaris, Heterotheca stenophylla, Heterotheca arizonica, Heterotheca marginata, Heterotheca pumila, Heterotheca sierrablancensis, Heterotheca mexicana, Heterotheca mucronata, Heterotheca jonesii, Heterotheca polothrix, Heterotheca inuloides, Heterotheca sessiliflora, Heterotheca shevockii, Heterotheca oregona, Heterotheca mucronata, Heterotheca zionensis, Heterotheca nitidula, Heterotheca chihuahuana, Heterotheca grandiflora, Heterotheca brandegei, Heterotheca rutteri, Heterotheca fulcrata, Heterotheca gypsophila, Heterotheca camporum, Heterotheca monarchensis, Heterotheca viscida, Heterotheca canescens, Heterotheca villosa, Heterotheca martirensis,
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
Vernon Lee Harms (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.L.Harms' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:121464-2: Based on the initial data import