Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bigelovii
ID:
119843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) K.F.Parker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Madroño 10: 159 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119172



Common Names

  • Bigelow's Hymenoxys
  • Bigelow's Rubberweed
  • Bigelow's Rubber Plant


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Synonyms

  • Actinea bigelovii A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Actinella bigelovii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Actinea bigelowii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Macdougalia bigelovii A.Heller [unknown]

Description

Hymenoxys bigelovii (also called Bigelow's Hymenoxys, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species of the genus Hymenoxys. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads that are usually solitary.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenoxys bigelovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenoxys bigelovii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenoxys bigelovii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Hymenoxys bigelovii

Hymenoxys bigelovii is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Hymenoxys bigelovii FAQ

What type of soil does Hymenoxys bigelovii prefer?

Hymenoxys bigelovii prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Hymenoxys bigelovii need?

Hymenoxys bigelovii needs full sun to partial shade.

What type of climate does Hymenoxys bigelovii prefer?

Hymenoxys bigelovii prefers a cool, moist climate.

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-80473: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Kittie Fenley Parker (1910-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.F.Parker' in the authors string.