Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
84675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) D.D.Keck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 111 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084004



Common Names

  • Virgata Holocarpha
  • Holocarpha virgata
  • Virgata


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Description

Holocarpha virgata (also called San Diego tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to California, and can be found in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Holocarpha virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments, as well as to reduce inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Holocarpha virgata sub. virgata
Holocarpha virgata sub. elongata D.D.Keck

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holocarpha virgata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holocarpha virgata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Holocarpha virgata

Holocarpha virgata is native to the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Holocarpha virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holocarpha virgata?

Holocarpha virgata

What are the common names of Holocarpha virgata?

California Tarweed

What is the habitat of Holocarpha virgata?

Holocarpha virgata is found in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and disturbed areas

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-40466: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' in the authors string.