Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinifolia
ID:
72755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elliott) Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 318 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072084



Common Names

  • Pineleaf Pityopsis
  • Pineleaf False-aster
  • Pineleaf Silky-aster


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Synonyms

  • Chrysopsis pinifolia Elliott [unknown]
  • Diplogon pinifolium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Heterotheca pinifolia (Elliott) H.E.Ahles [unknown]

Description

Pityopsis pinifolia (also called Pineleaf Silkgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers that bloom from April to June. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pityopsis pinifolia is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as a ground cover in dry conditions. It is also attractive to butterflies and other pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pityopsis pinifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pityopsis pinifolia is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Pityopsis pinifolia

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

Pityopsis pinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pityopsis pinifolia?

Pityopsis pinifolia

What is the common name of Pityopsis pinifolia?

Pineleaf Silkgrass

What is the natural habitat of Pityopsis pinifolia?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and disturbed sites

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-2884: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Elliott (1771-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elliott' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.