Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
2859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hofmeyr

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 364 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002188



Common Names

  • Osmitopsis parvifolia
  • Small-leaved Osmitopsis
  • Small-leaved Aster


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Synonyms

  • Osmites parvifolia DC. [unknown]

Description

Osmitopsis parvifolia (also called Small-Leaved Osmitopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, oval leaves with toothed margins, and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, open areas such as deserts, hillsides, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Osmitopsis parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osmitopsis parvifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osmitopsis parvifolia is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Osmitopsis parvifolia is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Osmitopsis parvifolia

Osmitopsis parvifolia can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Osmitopsis parvifolia FAQ

What is the growth rate of Osmitopsis parvifolia?

Osmitopsis parvifolia is a slow-growing plant, with an average growth rate of about 6 inches per year.

What type of soil does Osmitopsis parvifolia prefer?

Osmitopsis parvifolia prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

What type of climate does Osmitopsis parvifolia prefer?

Osmitopsis parvifolia prefers a warm, dry climate with temperatures ranging from 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

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-102102: Based on the initial data import
Joan Hofmeyr: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hofmeyr' in the authors string.