Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
41718

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 317 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041047



Common Names

  • Falcate Pityopsis
  • Falcate Silky-aster
  • Silky-aster Pityopsis


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Synonyms

  • Inula falcata Pursh [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis falcata Elliott [unknown]
  • Inula mariana falcata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Heterotheca falcata (Pursh) V.L.Harms [unknown]

Description

Pityopsis falcata (also called Sickleleaf Silkgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and sickle-shaped leaves. It is native to North America, and typically found in moist, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pityopsis falcata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pityopsis falcata is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pityopsis falcata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots. Pityopsis falcata prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pityopsis falcata

Pityopsis falcata is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Pityopsis falcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pityopsis falcata?

Pityopsis falcata

What is the common name of Pityopsis falcata?

Sickleleaf Silkgrass

What is the natural habitat of Pityopsis falcata?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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