Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
136130

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 32: 32 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135459



Common Names

  • Nelson's Porophyllum
  • Nelson's False Dandelion
  • Nelson's False Goat's Beard


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Synonyms

  • Porophyllum guatemalense Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Porophyllum nelsonii (also called Nelson's tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It is native to California and Oregon, and it typically grows in open grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands. It has a single stem that is covered in short, soft hairs and grows up to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a rough texture. Its flowers are yellow and have a daisy-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porophyllum nelsonii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum nelsonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Porophyllum nelsonii

Porophyllum nelsonii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Porophyllum nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porophyllum nelsonii?

Porophyllum nelsonii

What is the common name of Porophyllum nelsonii?

Nelson's Porophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Porophyllum nelsonii?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils

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

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:208428-2: Based on the initial data import