Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
B.L.Turner
                
                
                    
Source:
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Year:
1956
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 58: 256 (1956)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070498
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Biennial Hymenopappus
- Two-Year Hymenopappus
- Hymenopappus Biennis
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Hymenopappus biennis (also called Whitehead, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flower heads. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as prairies and meadows.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Hymenopappus biennis is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant to add texture and color to gardens.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            The Hymenopappus biennis flower is white and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a small rosette of leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Hymenopappus biennis is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained, sandy soil and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Hymenopappus biennis
                        
                            Hymenopappus biennis is native to North America and can be found in open, dry habitats.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Hymenopappus biennis FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Hymenopappus biennis?
Hymenopappus biennis
What type of plant is Hymenopappus biennis?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Hymenopappus biennis found?
It is found in Mexico
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Hymenopappus genus
                        
                            Hymenopappus filifolius, 
Hymenopappus scabiosaeus, 
Hymenopappus newberryi, 
Hymenopappus hintoniorum, 
Hymenopappus radiatus, 
Hymenopappus glandulosus, 
Hymenopappus flavomarginatus, 
Hymenopappus mexicanus, 
Hymenopappus artemisiifolius, 
Hymenopappus biennis, 
Hymenopappus carrizoanus, 
Hymenopappus tenuifolius, 
Hymenopappus flavescens, 
Hymenopappus carrii,                         
 
                     
                                                    
                        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,