Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
purpusii
ID:
7406

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


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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.

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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 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