Status:
valid
Authors:
Rydb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(4): 360 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006735
Common Names
- Psathyrotopsis
- Purpus's Psathyrotopsis
- Purpus's Rabbitbrush
Synonyms
- Psathyrotes purpusii Brandegee [unknown]
Description
Psathyrotopsis purpusii (also called Purpus' Psathyrotopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psathyrotopsis purpusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach ailments, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psathyrotopsis purpusii has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psathyrotopsis purpusii is a perennial plant that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Psathyrotopsis purpusii
Psathyrotopsis purpusii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Psathyrotopsis purpusii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psathyrotopsis purpusii?
Psathyrotopsis purpusii
What is the common name of Psathyrotopsis purpusii?
Purple Psathyrotopsis
What is the natural habitat of Psathyrotopsis purpusii?
Dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States
Species in the Psathyrotopsis genus
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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,