Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
filare
ID:
32751

Status:
valid

Authors:
(McVaugh) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 26: 452 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032080



Common Names

  • Pittocaulon Filare
  • Threadstem
  • Thread-stemmed Pittocaulon


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Synonyms

  • Senecio filaris McVaugh [unknown]

Description

Pittocaulon filare (also called Thread-leaved Pittocaulon, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to western North America. It grows to a height of 1-3 feet and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pittocaulon filare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittocaulon filare is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittocaulon filare is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both drought and flooding. It is best propagated by seed, which can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pittocaulon filare

Pittocaulon filare is native to South Africa and can be found in the Cape Floristic Region.

Pittocaulon filare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittocaulon filare?

Pittocaulon filare

What type of plant is Pittocaulon filare?

Asteraceae

Where is Pittocaulon filare found?

Western North America

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:200875-2: Based on the initial data import