Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
115195

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 680 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114524



Common Names

  • Marshallia caespitosa
  • Caespitose Barbara's Buttons
  • Tufted Barbara's Buttons


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Synonyms

  • Marshallia caespitosa signata Beadle & F.E.Boynton [unknown]
  • Marshallia caespitosa caespitosa [unknown]

Description

Marshallia caespitosa (also called Carolina Barbara's Buttons, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry woods, prairies, and roadsides. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or pink.

Uses & Benefits

Marshallia caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marshallia caespitosa has white flowers with five petals and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marshallia caespitosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but not too often. Fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.

Where to Find Marshallia caespitosa

Marshallia caespitosa is native to the southeastern United States.

Marshallia caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marshallia caespitosa?

Marshallia caespitosa

What is the family of Marshallia caespitosa?

Asteraceae

Where is Marshallia caespitosa found?

It is found in the southeastern 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-76015: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.