Status:
valid
Authors:
D.D.Keck
Source:
gcc
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 106 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038779
Common Names
- Solaris Alpinia
- Solaris Ginger
- Solaris Shell Ginger
Description
Layia septentrionalis (also called northern tidytips, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has white and yellow flowers, and is native to western North America. It is found in grasslands, chaparral, and other dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Layia septentrionalis is a perennial plant native to California and Oregon. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Layia septentrionalis is yellow and daisy-like, with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Layia septentrionalis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Layia septentrionalis
Layia septentrionalis is found in the northern United States and Canada.
Layia septentrionalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Layia septentrionalis?
Layia septentrionalis
What is the common name of Layia septentrionalis?
Northern Layia
Where is Layia septentrionalis native to?
North America
Species in the Layia genus
Layia jonesii,
Layia fremontii,
Layia heterotricha,
Layia chrysanthemoides,
Layia gaillaroioides,
Layia septentrionalis,
Layia pentachaeta,
Layia carnosa,
Layia discoidea,
Layia munzii,
Layia platyglossa,
Layia galardioides,
Layia leucopappa,
Layia hieracioides,
Layia glandulosa,
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,