Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
richardsonii
ID:
8300

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 52: 496 (-497) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007629



Common Names

  • Koanophyllon richardsonii
  • Richardson's Koanophyllon
  • Richardson's False Sagebrush


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium richardsonii (B.L.Turner) B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Koanophyllon richardsonii (also called Richardson's Koanophyllon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single, erect stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Koanophyllon richardsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koanophyllon richardsonii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koanophyllon richardsonii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Koanophyllon richardsonii

Koanophyllon richardsonii is native to California and can be found in the wild in the coastal ranges and Sierra Nevada.

Koanophyllon richardsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon richardsonii?

Koanophyllon richardsonii

What is the natural habitat of Koanophyllon richardsonii?

It is native to the western United States.

What are the characteristics of Koanophyllon richardsonii?

It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height, with yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Species in the Koanophyllon genus

Koanophyllon puberulum, Koanophyllon polyodon, Koanophyllon poliystichum, Koanophyllon heptaneurum, Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii, Koanophyllon hotteanum, Koanophyllon richardsonii, Koanophyllon minutifolium, Koanophyllon clementis, Koanophyllon semicrenatum, Koanophyllon atroglandulosum, Koanophyllon prinodes, Koanophyllon hintoniorum, Koanophyllon fuscum, Koanophyllon chabrense, Koanophyllon adamantium, Koanophyllon mesoreopolum, Koanophyllon hylonoma, Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum, Koanophyllon helianthemoides, Koanophyllon silvaticum, Koanophyllon hammatocladum, Koanophyllon sagasteguii, Koanophyllon scabriusculum, Koanophyllon mornicola, Koanophyllon eitenii, Koanophyllon guerreroana, Koanophyllon turquinense, Koanophyllon subpurpureum, Koanophyllon jenssenii, Koanophyllon jaegerianum, Koanophyllon reversum, Koanophyllon thysanolepis, Koanophyllon littorale, Koanophyllon tetranthum, Koanophyllon hidrodes, Koanophyllon tatei, Koanophyllon pittieri, Koanophyllon sinaloensis, Koanophyllon galeottii, Koanophyllon albicaulis, Koanophyllon galeana, Koanophyllon calcicola, Koanophyllon iteophyllum, Koanophyllon baccharifolium, Koanophyllon bullescens, Koanophyllon nervosum, Koanophyllon chalceorithales, Koanophyllon tetranfolium, Koanophyllon simillima,

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