Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
123788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
gcc

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 4: 190 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123117



Common Names

  • Tarweed
  • Coast Tarweed
  • Sticky Tarweed


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Description

Madia radiata (also called 'California Tarweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and parts of the western United States. It has a short stem and grows up to 0.5 meters in height. Its leaves are linear and the flowers are yellow in color. It is found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Madia radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Madia radiata has a yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Madia radiata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Madia radiata

Madia radiata can be found in the coastal regions of California.

Madia radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madia radiata?

Madia radiata

What is the common name of Madia radiata?

Radiate madia

What is the natural habitat of Madia radiata?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-84265: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.