Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sarmentosum
ID:
10182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 252 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009511



Common Names

  • Mexerion sarmentosum
  • Mexican Sarmentose
  • Mexican Trailing-aster


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium sarmentosum Klatt [unknown]

Description

Mexerion sarmentosum (also called Mexican Basketgrass, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mexerion sarmentosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mexerion sarmentosum is a yellow-orange disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with lobed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mexerion sarmentosum is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Mexerion sarmentosum

Mexerion sarmentosum is native to Mexico and can be found in the dry, rocky hillsides of the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Mexerion sarmentosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mexerion sarmentosum?

Mexerion sarmentosum

What is the common name of Mexerion sarmentosum?

Sarmentose Mexerion

Where is Mexerion sarmentosum found?

Mexerion sarmentosum is found in Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Mexerion genus

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-109214: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.