Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
taihanense
ID:
86538

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085867



Common Names

  • Taihan Mountain Daisy
  • Opisthopappus
  • Taihanense


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Description

Opisthopappus taihanense (also called Common Taihang Mountain Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to East Asia and grows in grasslands, meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Opisthopappus taihanense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Opisthopappus taihanense has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opisthopappus taihanense is a perennial herb that is native to East Asia. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The divisions should be planted in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Opisthopappus taihanense

Opisthopappus taihanense is found in China, in the provinces of Gansu, Hebei, Henan, and Shaanxi, at elevations of 1,500–2,500 m.

Opisthopappus taihanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Opisthopappus taihanense?

Opisthopappus taihanense

What is the common name of Opisthopappus taihanense?

Taihan mountain aster

What is the habitat of Opisthopappus taihanense?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

Species in the Opisthopappus 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-42262: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.