Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
81934

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 26: 140 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081263



Common Names

  • Acuminate Otopappus
  • Otopappus
  • Otopappus Acuminatus


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Description

Otopappus acuminatus (also called Sharp-tipped Otopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas, and in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Otopappus acuminatus is an ornamental plant native to South America. It is drought tolerant and has attractive flowers, making it a great choice for a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otopappus acuminatus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otopappus acuminatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

Where to Find Otopappus acuminatus

Otopappus acuminatus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.

Otopappus acuminatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otopappus acuminatus?

Otopappus acuminatus

What is the natural habitat of Otopappus acuminatus?

Otopappus acuminatus is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Otopappus acuminatus prefer?

Otopappus acuminatus prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

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-37815: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.