Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acaule
ID:
61178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , ser. 2, 1: 417 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060507



Common Names

  • Acaulescent Isostigma
  • Acaulescent Isostigma
  • Acaulescent Isostigma


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Description

Isostigma acaule (also called Acaulescent Isostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem with lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Isostigma acaule is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isostigma acaule is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isostigma acaule can be propagated from seed, cuttings, and division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Isostigma acaule

Isostigma acaule can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Isostigma acaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isostigma acaule?

Isostigma acaule

What is the common name of Isostigma acaule?

Stemless Isostigma

What is the natural habitat of Isostigma acaule?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

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