Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pumila
ID:
18430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Semple

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 383 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017759



Common Names

  • Heterotheca pumila
  • Dwarf Heterotheca
  • Dwarf Goldenaster


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Synonyms

  • Chrysopsis cooperi A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis pumila Greene [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis villosa glomerata (A.Nelson) V.L.Harms [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis alpicola glomerata A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis alpicola alpicola [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis alpicola Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Heterotheca pumila (also called Dwarf Heterotheca, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Chihuahuan Desert. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear, with a length of up to 5 cm. It grows in sandy soils, in arid and semi-arid regions.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterotheca pumila is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca pumila is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Heterotheca pumila

Heterotheca pumila is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Heterotheca pumila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca pumila?

Heterotheca pumila

What type of plant is Heterotheca pumila?

A perennial herb

Where is Heterotheca pumila found?

It is found in the deserts of Mexico

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-117183: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
John Cameron Semple (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semple' in the authors string.