Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
americanum
ID:
39015

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 921 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038344



Common Names

  • American Melampodium
  • American Blackfoot Daisy
  • Blackfoot Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Melampodium diffusum Cass. [unknown]
  • Melampodium longipes (A.Gray) B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Melampodium sericeum Kunth [illegitimate]
  • Melampodium diffusum diffusum [unknown]
  • Melampodium angustifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Melampodium kunthianum DC. [unknown]
  • Melampodium nelsonii Greenm. [unknown]
  • Melampodium sericeum longipes A.Gray [unknown]
  • Melampodium heterophyllum Lag. [unknown]
  • Melampodium pilosum Stuessy [unknown]

Description

Melampodium americanum (also called American melampodium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Melampodium americanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a bright yellow flower that is attractive to pollinators and can be used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melampodium americanum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melampodium americanum is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Melampodium americanum

Melampodium americanum can be found in the southeastern United States.

Melampodium americanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melampodium americanum?

Melampodium americanum

What type of plant is Melampodium americanum?

It is an annual herb

Where is Melampodium americanum found?

It is found in the United States and Mexico

Species in the Melampodium genus

Melampodium longipilum, Melampodium longicorne, Melampodium rosei, Melampodium microcephalum, Melampodium gracile, Melampodium northingtonii, Melampodium glabrum, Melampodium longifolium, Melampodium nutans, Melampodium cornutum, Melampodium longifolium, Melampodium linearilobium, Melampodium leucanthum, Melampodium divaricatum, Melampodium americanum, Melampodium tenellum, Melampodium repens, Melampodium costaricense, Melampodium strigosum, Melampodium glabribracteatum, Melampodium pringlei, Melampodium percussum, Melampodium argophyllum, Melampodium sinuatum, Melampodium aureum, Melampodium tepicense, Melampodium paniculatum, Melampodium montanum, Melampodium mimulifolium, Melampodium appendiculatum, Melampodium nayaritense, Melampodium cinerascens, Melampodium parvulum, Melampodium perfoliatum, Melampodium arenicola, Melampodium dicoelocarpum, Melampodium cupulatum, Melampodium sericeum, Melampodium cinereum, Melampodium mayfieldii, Melampodium sinaloense, Melampodium bibracteatum, Melampodium moctezumum, Melampodium elottianum,

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