Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cossatotensis
ID:
72560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittman & V.M.Bates

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Sida 13: 481 (-485), figs. 1, 2 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071889



Common Names

  • Cossatot Polymnia
  • Polymnia
  • Polymnia Cossatotensis


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Description

Polymnia cossatotensis (also called Cossatot Polymnia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a short, woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, deeply lobed, and covered in silvery-white hairs. The flowers are yellow and grow in small, flat-topped clusters. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polymnia cossatotensis is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polymnia cossatotensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polymnia cossatotensis is a perennial herb native to North America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a sandy potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the divisions should establish in a few weeks.

Where to Find Polymnia cossatotensis

Polymnia cossatotensis is native to North America and can be found in the United States and Canada. It is typically found in open meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Polymnia cossatotensis FAQ

What are the ideal soil conditions for Polymnia cossatotensis?

Polymnia cossatotensis prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the best way to propagate Polymnia cossatotensis?

Polymnia cossatotensis can be propagated by seed or by division.

What is the best time to plant Polymnia cossatotensis?

Polymnia cossatotensis should be planted in the spring or fall.

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-28649: Based on the initial data import
Albert B. Pittman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittman' in the authors string.
Vernon M. Bates: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Bates' in the authors string.