Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
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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Description

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.Gray

Flower, 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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Cultivation 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 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.