Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
118481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Man. S.E. Fl. [Small] 1341. 1933

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117810



Common Names

  • Pityopsis graminifolia
  • Oligantha grass
  • Graminifolia grass


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Synonyms

  • Heterotheca oligantha (Chapm. ex Torr. & A.Gray) V.L.Harms [unknown]
  • Chrysopsis oligantha oligantha [unknown]

Description

Pityopsis oligantha (also called Narrowleaf Silkgrass, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and narrow, grass-like leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pityopsis oligantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pityopsis oligantha has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pityopsis oligantha is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Pityopsis oligantha

Pogonatum urnigerum is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas of forests.

Pityopsis oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pityopsis oligantha?

Pityopsis oligantha

What is the common name of Pityopsis oligantha?

Few-flowered Pityopsis

What is the natural habitat of Pityopsis oligantha?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-7916: Based on the initial data import
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.