Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
44245

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 26: 241 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043574



Common Names

  • Nelson's Philactis
  • Philactis nelsonii
  • Nelson's False Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Grypocarpha nelsonii Greenm. [unknown]
  • Sanvitaliopsis nelsonii Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Philactis nelsonii (also called Nelson's False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the western United States. It has a single stem with a yellow flower head and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Philactis nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philactis nelsonii has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philactis nelsonii is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. Fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Philactis nelsonii

Philactis nelsonii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as canyon walls and cliffs.

Philactis nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philactis nelsonii?

Philactis nelsonii

What is the common name of Philactis nelsonii?

Nelson's Philactis

What is the natural habitat of Philactis nelsonii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-142149: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.