Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
8607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Shinners

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab. 19: 68 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007936



Common Names

  • Heterotheca
  • Stenophylla
  • Heterotheca Stenophylla


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Description

Heterotheca stenophylla (also called Narrow-Leaved Heterotheca, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heterotheca stenophylla var. angustifolia (Rydb.) Semple

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterotheca stenophylla is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca stenophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Heterotheca stenophylla

Heterotheca stenophylla is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Heterotheca stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca stenophylla?

Heterotheca stenophylla

What is the common name of Heterotheca stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved False Goldenaster

What is the natural habitat of Heterotheca stenophylla?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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-107681: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.