Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linifolia
ID:
135107

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 1221 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134436



Common Names

  • Linseed Pectis
  • Linearleaf Pectis
  • Linear-Leaved Pectis


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Synonyms

  • Tetracanthus linearifolius A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Pectis linifolia linifolia [unknown]
  • Pectidium punctatum Less. [unknown]
  • Pectis linifolia hirtella S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Pectis punctata Jacq. [unknown]
  • Verbesina linifolia L. [unknown]
  • Pectis linifolia marginalis Fernald [unknown]

Description

Pectis linifolia (also called Rayless chamomile, Rayless pectis, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit, with small, linear leaves and small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis linifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pectis linifolia is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis linifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pectis linifolia

Pectis linifolia is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pectis linifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pectis linifolia?

Pectis linifolia

What is the common name of Pectis linifolia?

Linearleaf Pectis

What is the natural habitat of Pectis linifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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,

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