Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
blairii
ID:
133011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Munz & I.M.Johnst.) P.H.Raven

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Aliso 5: 345, in obs. 1963

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132340



Common Names

  • Blair's Munzothamnus
  • Munzothamnus
  • Blair's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Malacothrix blairii (Munz & I.M.Johnst.) Munz & I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Stephanomeria blairii Munz & I.M.Johnst. [unknown]

Description

Munzothamnus blairii (also called Blair's Munzothamnus, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to the Andes region. It has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Munzothamnus blairii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Munzothamnus blairii is a yellow-green colour and is made up of 5 petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Munzothamnus blairii is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they are well established.

Where to Find Munzothamnus blairii

Munzothamnus blairii is native to the southwestern United States, and can be found in the deserts and dry regions of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Munzothamnus blairii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Munzothamnus blairii?

Munzothamnus blairii

What is the common name of Munzothamnus blairii?

Blair's munzothamnus

What type of plant is Munzothamnus blairii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Munzothamnus 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-93182: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.