Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
71767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 24: 19 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071096



Common Names

  • Opposite-leaved Isocarpha
  • Isocarpha oppositifolia
  • Opposite-leaved Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Santolina oppositifolia L. [unknown]
  • Isocarpha oppositifolia oppositifolia [unknown]
  • Isocarpha angustata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Isocarpha atriplicifolia glabrata (S.F.Blake) Borhidi [unknown]
  • Isocarpha oppositifolia oppositifolia [unknown]
  • Isocarpha tricephala Cass. [unknown]
  • Isocarpha oppositifolia R.Br. [unknown]
  • Calea oppositifolia L. [unknown]

Description

Isocarpha oppositifolia (also called opposite-leaved isocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Isocarpha oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Isocarpha oppositifolia var. glabrata (S.F.Blake) Borhidi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Isocarpha oppositifolia has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isocarpha oppositifolia is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps can also be done in early spring.

Where to Find Isocarpha oppositifolia

Isocarpha oppositifolia is native to South America and can be found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Isocarpha oppositifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isocarpha oppositifolia?

Isocarpha oppositifolia

What is the common name of Isocarpha oppositifolia?

Opposite-leaved Isocarpha

What is the family of Isocarpha oppositifolia?

Asteraceae

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-27882: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.