Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scaposa
ID:
102940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 459 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000102269



Common Names

  • Psathyrotopsis scaposa
  • Stemless Psathyrotes
  • Woolly Psathyrotes


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Synonyms

  • Pseudobartlettia scaposa Rydb. [unknown]
  • Psathyrotes scaposa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Psathyrotopsis scaposa (also called Stemless Psathyrotopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psathyrotopsis scaposa is used as a source of food, as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psathyrotopsis scaposa has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psathyrotopsis scaposa is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation of Psathyrotopsis scaposa can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall, while seed should be sown in the fall or early spring.

Where to Find Psathyrotopsis scaposa

Psathyrotopsis scaposa is native to the western United States and Canada.

Psathyrotopsis scaposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psathyrotopsis scaposa?

Psathyrotopsis scaposa

What is the common name of Psathyrotopsis scaposa?

Stalked Psathyrotopsis

What is the habitat of Psathyrotopsis scaposa?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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-5957: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.