Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yosemitana
ID:
78117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parry ex A.Gray) B.G.Baldwin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(4): 465 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077446



Common Names

  • Yosemite jensia
  • Yosemite sunray
  • Yosemite false dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Anisocarpus yosemitanus Greene [unknown]
  • Madia yosemitana Parry ex A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Jensia yosemitana (also called Yosemite Jensia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Jensia yosemitana is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jensia yosemitana is white and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jensia yosemitana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Jensia yosemitana

Jensia yosemitana can be found in the United States, growing in dry, rocky areas.

Jensia yosemitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jensia yosemitana?

Jensia yosemitana

What type of plant is Jensia yosemitana?

It is an annual herb

Where does Jensia yosemitana grow?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Jensia genus

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-34073: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Charles Christopher Parry (1823-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parry' in the authors string.
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.