Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exigua
ID:
94813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 8: 391. 1872

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094142



Common Names

  • Exigua Madia
  • Madia Exigua
  • Exigua Madia


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Synonyms

  • Harpaecarpus exiguus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Madia filipes A.Gray [unknown]
  • Harpaecarpus exiguus exiguus [unknown]
  • Madia exigua exigua [unknown]
  • Madia filipes filipes [unknown]
  • Harpaecarpus madarioides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Sclerocarpus exigua Sm. [unknown]

Description

Madia exigua (also called slender tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Madia exigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin infections, respiratory issues, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Madia exigua has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Madia exigua is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Madia exigua

Madia exigua is native to California and can be found in the coastal ranges and Sierra Nevada foothills.

Madia exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madia exigua?

Madia exigua

What type of plant is Madia exigua?

Madia exigua is an annual herb.

Where is Madia exigua found?

Madia exigua is found in western North America.

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-5035: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.