Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
zionensis
ID:
67692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Semple

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 385, fig (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067021



Common Names

  • Zionensis Daisy
  • Heterotheca Daisy
  • Zionensis Daisy Bush


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Description

Heterotheca zionensis (also called Zion Goldenaster, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, yellow flowers. It is native to North America and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heterotheca zionensis is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source for some animals, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterotheca zionensis has small yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotheca zionensis is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Heterotheca zionensis

Heterotheca zionensis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Heterotheca zionensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotheca zionensis?

Heterotheca zionensis

What is the common name of Heterotheca zionensis?

Zion Heterotheca

What are the characteristics of Heterotheca zionensis?

Heterotheca zionensis is a perennial herb with small, yellow daisy-like flowers and hairy leaves.

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-23897: Based on the initial data import
John Cameron Semple (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semple' in the authors string.