Malacothrix californica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
californica
ID:
120387
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 192 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119716
Common Names
- Malacothrix californica
- California Malacothrix
- California Dandelion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malacothrix californica (also called California Desert Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a tall, erect stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Malacothrix californica is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for making baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malacothrix californica is yellow and has a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malacothrix californica is an evergreen shrub that is best propagated through cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and should be grown in a sunny location. It can be propagated through seeds, but this method is not recommended.
Where to Find Malacothrix californica
Malacothrix californica is native to California. It is found in dry, sandy soils and can be identified by its small, yellow flowers.
Malacothrix californica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malacothrix californica?
Malacothrix californica
What is the common name of Malacothrix californica?
Malacothrix
What is the family of Malacothrix californica?
Asteraceae
Species in the Malacothrix genus
Malacothrix clevelandii, Malacothrix floccifera, Malacothrix stebbinsii, Malacothrix coulteri, Malacothrix incana, Malacothrix squalida, Malacothrix sonorae, Malacothrix similis, Malacothrix foliosa, Malacothrix junakii, Malacothrix indecora, Malacothrix xanthii, Malacothrix foliosa, Malacothrix sonchoides, Malacothrix phaeocarpa, Malacothrix californica, Malacothrix fendleri, Malacothrix torreyi, Malacothrix glabrata, Malacothrix saxatilis, Malacothrix xanti,
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-81000: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.