Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
incana
ID:
29795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 486 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029124



Common Names

  • Incana
  • Malacothrix
  • Woolly Malacothrix


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Synonyms

  • Malacomeris incanus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Malacothrix incana succulenta (Elmer) J.K.Williams [unknown]
  • Malacothrix succulenta Elmer [unknown]
  • Malacothrix incana incana [unknown]

Description

Malacothrix incana (also called Gray Desertdandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, open areas such as deserts, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Malacothrix incana is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malacothrix incana has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malacothrix incana is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or fall. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.

Where to Find Malacothrix incana

Malacothrix incana is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and chaparral.

Malacothrix incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malacothrix incana?

Malacothrix incana

What type of plant is Malacothrix incana?

It is an annual herb

Where does Malacothrix incana grow?

It is native to the southwestern United States

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-128148: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.