Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudata
ID:
115575

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 5(6): 82 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114904



Common Names

  • Tassel Bush
  • Tassel Flower
  • Caudate Pericome


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Synonyms

  • Pericome caudata caudata [unknown]
  • Pericome glandulosa Goodman [unknown]
  • Pericome caudata glandulosa (Goodman) H.D.Harr. [unknown]

Description

Pericome caudata (also called 'Tassel Bush', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small yellow flowers with a long, feathery involucre.

Uses & Benefits

Pericome caudata has been used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory diseases and as a diuretic. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pericome caudata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericome caudata is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and kept moist. The plant can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Pericome caudata

Pericome caudata is native to North America and can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Pericome caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericome caudata?

Pericome caudata

What is the common name of Pericome caudata?

Tailed Horsebrush

What is the habitat of Pericome caudata?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Pericome genus

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-76386: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.