Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
93647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5(2): 276 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092976



Common Names

  • Linearleaf Pectis
  • Linearleaf Tickseed
  • Linearleaf Chaffseed


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Description

Pectis linearifolia (also called Slender Pectis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small, yellow daisy-like flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis linearifolia has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pectis linearifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis linearifolia is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry, rocky soils. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pectis linearifolia

Pectis linearifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pectis linearifolia FAQ

What are the common names for Pectis linearifolia?

Pectis linearifolia is commonly known as the narrowleaf cinchweed.

What is the scientific classification of Pectis linearifolia?

Pectis linearifolia belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Pectis.

What is the habitat of Pectis linearifolia?

Pectis linearifolia is found in dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Species in the Pectis genus

Pectis leonis, Pectis exilis, Pectis canescens, Pectis arida, Pectis juniperina, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis domingensis, Pectis burchellii, Pectis subsquarrosa, Pectis vandevenderi, Pectis ericifolia, Pectis coulteri, Pectis cubensis, Pectis liebmannii, Pectis bonplandiana, Pectis decemcarinata, Pectis angustifolia, Pectis humifusa, Pectis exserta, Pectis pinosia, Pectis stenophylla, Pectis substriata, Pectis decumbens, Pectis amplifolia, Pectis monocephala, Pectis fasciculiflora, Pectis caymanensis, Pectis christii, Pectis peruviana, Pectis luckoviae, Pectis havanensis, Pectis schaffneri, Pectis pringlei, Pectis tenuicaulis, Pectis pusilla, Pectis brevipedunculata, Pectis imberbis, Pectis hassleri, Pectis gardneri, Pectis congesta, Pectis oligocephala, Pectis congesta, Pectis sessiliflora, Pectis carthusianorum, Pectis pygmaea, Pectis mornicola, Pectis brevicaulis, Pectis cajamarcana, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis latisquama,

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-49210: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.