Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyactis
ID:
7100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wooton & Standl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 16: 192 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006429



Common Names

  • Hymenoxys brachyactis
  • Short-rayed Hymenoxys
  • Brachyactis Hymenoxys


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Description

Hymenoxys brachyactis (also called Short-rayed Hymenoxys, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single stem with bright yellow flowers and can grow up to 30 cm in height. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenoxys brachyactis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenoxys brachyactis is a yellow-orange disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a single white feathery plume. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenoxys brachyactis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to two years to reach maturity. Division can be done in early spring or fall and should be done every three to four years.

Where to Find Hymenoxys brachyactis

Hymenoxys brachyactis is native to the western United States and can be found in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Hymenoxys brachyactis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenoxys brachyactis?

Hymenoxys brachyactis

What type of plant is Hymenoxys brachyactis?

Hymenoxys brachyactis is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Hymenoxys brachyactis found?

Hymenoxys brachyactis is found in South America.

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-106197: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Elmer Ottis Wooton (1865-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wooton' in the authors string.