Hymenopappus flavescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flavescens
ID:
90357
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , ser. 2, 4(1): 97 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089686
Common Names
- Hymenopappus flavescens
- Yellow Woolly-white
- Yellow Woodland-aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenopappus flavescens (also called Yellow Hymenopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to North and South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenopappus flavescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Hymenopappus flavescens var. canotomentosus A.GrayFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenopappus flavescens is yellow, with a dark center. The seed is small, round, and brown. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenopappus flavescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.
Where to Find Hymenopappus flavescens
Hymenopappus flavescens is native to the United States and is found in dry, sandy soils. It is most commonly found in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah.
Hymenopappus flavescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenopappus flavescens?
Hymenopappus flavescens
What is the common name of Hymenopappus flavescens?
Yellow Hymenopappus
What is the natural habitat of Hymenopappus flavescens?
Grassy meadows and open woodlands
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-45993: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.