Status:
valid
Authors:
(Juss.) Cass. ex DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 5: 661. 1836 [1-10 Oct 1836]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087332
Common Names
- Hymenoxys anthemoides
- Anthemoid Hymenoxys
- Anthemoid Rubberweed
Synonyms
- Hymenopappus anthemoides Juss. [unknown]
- Actinella anthemoides (Juss.) A.Gray [unknown]
- Actinea haenkeana (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Actinella anthemidoides (Juss.) Malme [unknown]
- Actinella anthemoides (Cass.) Herter [unknown]
- Actinea anthemoides (Juss.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Hymenoxys haenkeana DC. [unknown]
- Hymenoxys parodii I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Hymenoxys anthemoides (also called Rocky Mountain Rubberweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenoxys anthemoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues, headaches, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenoxys anthemoides has small yellow flowers, each with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenoxys anthemoides is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in full sun. They can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Hymenoxys anthemoides
Hymenoxys anthemoides is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies and meadows.
Hymenoxys anthemoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenoxys anthemoides?
Hymenoxys anthemoides
What is the common name of Hymenoxys anthemoides?
Anthemis-like Hymenoxys
What is the natural habitat of Hymenoxys anthemoides?
Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands
Species in the Hymenoxys genus
Hymenoxys brachyactis,
Hymenoxys grandiflora,
Hymenoxys rusbyi,
Hymenoxys pinetorum,
Hymenoxys subintegra,
Hymenoxys ambigens,
Hymenoxys cabrerae,
Hymenoxys jamesii,
Hymenoxys lemmonii,
Hymenoxys insignis,
Hymenoxys hoopesii,
Hymenoxys odorata,
Hymenoxys tweediei,
Hymenoxys brandegeei,
Hymenoxys anthemoides,
Hymenoxys integrifolia,
Hymenoxys bigelovii,
Hymenoxys helenioides,
Hymenoxys texana,
Hymenoxys robusta,
Hymenoxys integrifolia,
Hymenoxys vaseyi,
Hymenoxys quinquesquamata,
Hymenoxys cooperi,
Hymenoxys anthemoides,
Hymenoxys richardsonii,
Hymenoxys perpygmaea,
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,