Status:
valid
Authors:
(Muschl.) H.Rob. & Brettell
Source:
gcc
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 60 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040165
Common Names
- False Noseris
- Pseudonoseris Discolor
- False Noseris Sunflower
Description
Pseudonoseris discolor (also called Discolor False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, grassy meadows and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, linear-lanceolate and its flowers are yellow in colour.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudonoseris discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudonoseris discolor has white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudonoseris discolor can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate sunlight for best results.
Where to Find Pseudonoseris discolor
Pseudonoseris discolor is native to the western United States, from California to Arizona and New Mexico. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers.
Pseudonoseris discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudonoseris discolor?
Pseudonoseris discolor
What is the common name of Pseudonoseris discolor?
False Noseris
What is the family of Pseudonoseris discolor?
Asteraceae
Species in the Pseudonoseris genus
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,