Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
13181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 21: 413 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012510



Common Names

  • Homogyne discolor
  • Alpine Meadow-Rue
  • Mountain Meadow-Rue


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Synonyms

  • Tussilago discolor Jacq. [unknown]
  • Petasites discolor Baumg. [unknown]
  • Tussilago alpina Scop. [unknown]

Description

Homogyne discolor (also called Purple Homogyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can grow up to 3 feet tall and has small, purple flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and can be found in open woodlands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Homogyne discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homogyne discolor has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homogyne discolor is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Europe. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Homogyne discolor

Homogyne discolor can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Homogyne discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homogyne discolor?

Homogyne discolor

What are the common names of Homogyne discolor?

Two-colored Homogyne

What is the habitat of Homogyne discolor?

Dry open woods, pastures, and roadsides

Species in the Homogyne genus

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-112109: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.