Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
peirsonii
ID:
63190

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sharsm.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74(4): 314 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062519



Common Names

  • Peirson's Oreostemma
  • Mountain Oreostemma
  • Woolly Sunray


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Description

Oreostemma peirsonii (also called 'Peirson's Oreostemma', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oreostemma peirsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreostemma peirsonii is a white composite flower head, with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. The seed is an achene, with a pappus of white hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with long petioles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreostemma peirsonii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to plant in spring or fall and to water regularly until established.

Where to Find Oreostemma peirsonii

Oreostemma peirsonii can be found in the mountains of California.

Oreostemma peirsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreostemma peirsonii?

Oreostemma peirsonii

What is the natural habitat of Oreostemma peirsonii?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs in Mexico

What is the flowering season of Oreostemma peirsonii?

Summer

Species in the Oreostemma 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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Carl Sharsmith (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sharsm.' in the authors string.