Otopappus imbricatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imbricatus
ID:
83185
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 26: 255 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082514
Common Names
- Otopappus imbricatus
- Imbricate Otopappus
- Imbricate Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Otopappus imbricatus (also called shingle pappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Otopappus imbricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Otopappus imbricatus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otopappus imbricatus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Otopappus imbricatus
Otopappus imbricatus can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Otopappus imbricatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otopappus imbricatus?
Otopappus imbricatus
What is the common name of Otopappus imbricatus?
Imbricate Otopappus
What is the natural habitat of Otopappus imbricatus?
Grasslands, meadows, and roadsides
Species in the Otopappus genus
Otopappus microcephalus, Otopappus robustus, Otopappus hirsutus, Otopappus syncephalus, Otopappus guatemalensis, Otopappus scaber, Otopappus verbesinoides, Otopappus curviflorus, Otopappus calarcanus, Otopappus mexicanus, Otopappus acuminatus, Otopappus imbricatus, Otopappus brevipes, Otopappus koelzii, Otopappus epaleaceus, Otopappus tequilanus, Otopappus serboana,
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-39019: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.