Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macbridei
ID:
88182

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 44(2): 71. 1979

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087511



Common Names

  • MacBride's Monactis
  • MacBride's Monactis Moss
  • MacBride's Feather Moss


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Description

Monactis macbridei (also called 'MacBride's Monactis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is characterized by its yellow flower heads and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monactis macbridei has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a flavoring agent, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monactis macbridei has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monactis macbridei is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Monactis macbridei

Monactis macbridei can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.

Monactis macbridei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monactis macbridei?

Monactis macbridei

What is the family of Monactis macbridei?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Monactis macbridei?

Grassland, meadows, and scrubland

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-4387: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.