Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterotricha
ID:
26698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 358 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026027



Common Names

  • Layia heterotricha
  • Hairy-fruited Tidytips
  • Hairy-fruited Layia


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Synonyms

  • Blepharipappus heterotrichus Greene [unknown]
  • Layia graveolens Greene [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus graveolens Greene [unknown]
  • Layia heterotricha heterotricha [unknown]
  • Madaroglossa heterotricha DC. [unknown]

Description

Layia heterotricha (also called white tidytips, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Layia heterotricha is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to California and Oregon. It has been used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Layia heterotricha is yellow and the seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Layia heterotricha is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Layia heterotricha requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.

Where to Find Layia heterotricha

Layia heterotricha is native to the western United States, including California and Nevada.

Layia heterotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Layia heterotricha?

Layia heterotricha

What is the family of Layia heterotricha?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Layia heterotricha?

Heterotrich layia

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-125144: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.