Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambigens
ID:
29666

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Bierner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Sida 16(1): 6 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028995



Common Names

  • Ambigens Hymenoxys
  • Hymenoxys ambigens
  • Ambigens Hymenoxys


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Description

Hymenoxys ambigens (also called Ambiguous Hymenoxys, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenoxys ambigens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hymenoxys ambigens var. floribunda (A.Gray) W.L.Wagner
Hymenoxys ambigens var. wagneri Bierner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenoxys ambigens has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a brownish-red ring around the center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenoxys ambigens is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Hymenoxys ambigens

Hymenoxys ambigens is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico.

Hymenoxys ambigens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenoxys ambigens?

Hymenoxys ambigens

What is the common name of Hymenoxys ambigens?

Ambiguous Hymenoxys

Where is Hymenoxys ambigens native to?

Southwestern United States

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-128022: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Mark William Bierner (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bierner' in the authors string.