Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rothrockii
ID:
85600

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) D.J.N.Hind

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 13: 5. 1996

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084929



Common Names

  • Rothrock's Plectocephalus
  • Plectocephalus rothrockii
  • Rothrock's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea rothrockii Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Plectocephalus rothrockii (also called Rothrock's Plectocephalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Plectocephalus rothrockii is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plectocephalus rothrockii has yellow flowers with five petals and a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectocephalus rothrockii is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Plectocephalus rothrockii

Plectocephalus rothrockii is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Plectocephalus rothrockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectocephalus rothrockii?

Plectocephalus rothrockii

What is the family of Plectocephalus rothrockii?

Asteraceae

Where is Plectocephalus rothrockii native to?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-41355: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
David John Nicholas Hind (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.N.Hind' in the authors string.