Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 294 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080832
Common Names
- Carrizo Hymenopappus
- Hymenopappus Carrizoanus
- Carrizo Hymenopappus
Description
Hymenopappus carrizoanus (also called Carrizo Hymenopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Texas. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as prairies and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenopappus carrizoanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Hymenopappus carrizoanus flower has white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenopappus carrizoanus is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in early spring and will germinate in about 2 weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Hymenopappus carrizoanus
Hymenopappus carrizoanus can be found in the western United States.
Hymenopappus carrizoanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenopappus carrizoanus?
Hymenopappus carrizoanus
What are the common names of Hymenopappus carrizoanus?
Hymenopappus, Carrizoanus
What is the growth habit of Hymenopappus carrizoanus?
Hymenopappus carrizoanus is a perennial herb
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,