Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 120 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073706
Common Names
- Gregg's Porophyllum
- Porophyllum greggii
- Gregg's Rattlepod
Description
Porophyllum greggii (also called Gregg's porophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a common plant in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Porophyllum greggii is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden. The plant has medicinal properties and can be used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Porophyllum greggii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Porophyllum greggii is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 2 feet in height.
Where to Find Porophyllum greggii
Porophyllum greggii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.
Porophyllum greggii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porophyllum greggii?
Porophyllum greggii
Where does Porophyllum greggii grow?
Porophyllum greggii grows in deserts of the southwestern United States.
What type of soil does Porophyllum greggii prefer?
Porophyllum greggii prefers sandy, well-drained soil.
Species in the Porophyllum genus
Porophyllum viridiflorum,
Porophyllum lanceolatum,
Porophyllum angustissimum,
Porophyllum scoparium,
Porophyllum calcicola,
Porophyllum ruderale,
Porophyllum maritimum,
Porophyllum tarapacanum,
Porophyllum pausodynum,
Porophyllum cabrerae,
Porophyllum angustissimum,
Porophyllum leiocarpum,
Porophyllum lindenii,
Porophyllum warnockii,
Porophyllum pringlei,
Porophyllum greggii,
Porophyllum obscurum,
Porophyllum hasslerianum,
Porophyllum amplexicaule,
Porophyllum filiforme,
Porophyllum bahiense,
Porophyllum coloratum,
Porophyllum punctatum,
Porophyllum linaria,
Porophyllum pygmaeum,
Porophyllum zimapanum,
Porophyllum tagetoides,
Porophyllum oppositifolium,
Porophyllum nelsonii,
Porophyllum gracile,
Porophyllum spathulatum,
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,