Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 20 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005630
Common Names
- Carpishensis Nordenstamia
- Carpishensis False Dandelion
- Carpishensis Hawkweed
Description
Nordenstamia carpishensis (also called Carpinteria nordenstamia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to California and is commonly found in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Nordenstamia carpishensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other wildlife. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nordenstamia carpishensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nordenstamia carpishensis is a perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, sown in spring after the last frost. It can also be propagated by division of the clumps in late summer.
Where to Find Nordenstamia carpishensis
Nordenstamia carpishensis is native to North America and can be found in dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides.
Nordenstamia carpishensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nordenstamia carpishensis?
Nordenstamia carpishensis
What is the common name of Nordenstamia carpishensis?
Carpishensis Nordenstamia
What is the natural habitat of Nordenstamia carpishensis?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Nordenstamia genus
Nordenstamia carpishensis,
Nordenstamia woytkowskii,
Nordenstamia kingii,
Nordenstamia pascoensis,
Nordenstamia repanda,
Nordenstamia cajamarcensis,
Nordenstamia rimachiana,
Nordenstamia fabrisii,
Nordenstamia limonensis,
Nordenstamia tovarii,
Nordenstamia huanucona,
Nordenstamia juninensis,
Nordenstamia longistyla,
Nordenstamia tuestae,
Nordenstamia stellatopilosa,
Nordenstamia magnifolia,
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,