Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevilingulata
ID:
134445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Mexic. 2: 34 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133774



Common Names

  • Short-lipped Psilactis
  • Brevilingulate Psilactis
  • Psilactis Brevilingulata


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Synonyms

  • Psilactis brevilingulata brevilingulata [unknown]
  • Psilactis brevilingulata andina Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Machaeranthera brevilingulata (Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl.) B.L.Turner & D.B.Horne [unknown]
  • Aster brevilingulatus (Hemsl.) McVaugh [unknown]

Description

Psilactis brevilingulata (also called 'Cottonweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psilactis brevilingulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory diseases, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psilactis brevilingulata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psilactis brevilingulata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates and is hardy to USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Psilactis brevilingulata

Psilactis brevilingulata can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.

Psilactis brevilingulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psilactis brevilingulata?

Psilactis brevilingulata

What are the common names of Psilactis brevilingulata?

Short-toothed psilactis, Short-toothed psilactis

What is the natural habitat of Psilactis brevilingulata?

Psilactis brevilingulata is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-94577: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.