Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nevadense
ID:
70395

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 21: 25 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069724



Common Names

  • Nevada Oritrophium
  • Nevada Ragwort
  • Nevada Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron nevadensis nevadensis [unknown]
  • Erigeron nevadensis Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Oritrophium nevadense (also called 'Nevada oritrophium', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America, typically found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush flats.

Uses & Benefits

Oritrophium nevadense is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating colds, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oritrophium nevadense is a yellow, star-shaped head with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, black, flattened achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single basal leaf and a rosette of small, deeply lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oritrophium nevadense is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Oritrophium nevadense

Oritrophium nevadense is found in the mountains of Nevada, USA.

Oritrophium nevadense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oritrophium nevadense?

Oritrophium nevadense

What type of plant is Oritrophium nevadense?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Oritrophium nevadense?

Dry grasslands and woodlands

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-26536: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.