Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tagetina
ID:
91474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 176 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090803



Common Names

  • Paperflower
  • Button Snakeweed
  • Cobbler's Pegs


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Synonyms

  • Riddellia tagetina Nutt. [unknown]
  • Riddellia tagetina (Nutt.) Greene [unknown]
  • Riddellia tagetina tagetina [unknown]
  • Psilostrophe tagetina lanata A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Psilostrophe tagetina grandiflora (Rydb.) Heiser [unknown]
  • Psilostrophe tagetina tagetina [unknown]
  • Psilostrophe grandiflora Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Psilostrophe tagetina (also called Tagetes-Leaf Paperflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to North America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is an annual herb with a woody stem and an upright habit. The leaves are linear in shape and are covered in white hairs. The flowers are yellow and are borne in a capitulum.

Uses & Benefits

Psilostrophe tagetina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. Its leaves can also be used in salads and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psilostrophe tagetina has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psilostrophe tagetina is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Psilostrophe tagetina

Psilostrophe tagetina is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands.

Psilostrophe tagetina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psilostrophe tagetina?

Psilostrophe tagetina

What is the family of Psilostrophe tagetina?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Psilostrophe tagetina?

North America

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-47087: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.