Pterocaulon alopecuroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alopecuroides
ID:
17393
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 454 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016722
Common Names
- Pterocaulon alopecuroides
- Fox-Tail Pterocaulon
- Pterocaulon
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- Pluchea alopecuroides Less. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon virgatum alopecuroides (Lam.) Arechav. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon latifolium Kuntze [unknown]
- Pterocaulon interruptum interruptum [unknown]
- Pterocaulon alopecuroides alopecuroides [unknown]
- Chlaenobolus alopecuroides (Lam.) Cass. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon alopecuroides mollis Chodat [unknown]
- Pterocaulon virgatum alopecuroides (Lam.) Griseb. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon alopecuroides glabrescens Chodat [unknown]
- Pterocaulon interruptum monostachyum DC. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon alopecuroides polystachyum DC. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon interruptum polystachyum DC. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon virgatum subcorymbosa Arechav. [unknown]
- Conyza alopecuroides Lam. [unknown]
- Baccharis erioptera Benth. [unknown]
- Pterocaulon interruptum DC. [unknown]
Description
Pterocaulon alopecuroides (also called 'Foxtail Pterocaulon', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides. It has a smooth stem and yellow-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocaulon alopecuroides is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pterocaulon alopecuroides is a yellow-white disc flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterocaulon alopecuroides is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seed should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pterocaulon alopecuroides
Pterocaulon alopecuroides can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Pterocaulon alopecuroides FAQ
What are the common names of Pterocaulon alopecuroides?
Common names of Pterocaulon alopecuroides include Fox Tail Grass, Fox Tail Plant, and Fox Tail Weed.
What is the scientific classification of Pterocaulon alopecuroides?
The scientific classification of Pterocaulon alopecuroides is as follows: Kingdom: Plantae; Division: Magnoliophyta; Class: Magnoliopsida; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Pterocaulon; Species: P. alopecuroides.
What is the growth habit of Pterocaulon alopecuroides?
Pterocaulon alopecuroides is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 3 feet tall. It has a single, erect stem and produces daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals.
Species in the Pterocaulon genus
Pterocaulon alopecuroides, Pterocaulon redolens, Pterocaulon purpurascens, Pterocaulon angustifolium, Pterocaulon cordobense, Pterocaulon lanatum, Pterocaulon polystachyum, Pterocaulon sphacelatum, Pterocaulon pycnostachyum, Pterocaulon polypterum, Pterocaulon serrulatum, Pterocaulon verbascifolium, Pterocaulon balansae, Pterocaulon niveum, Pterocaulon rugosum, Pterocaulon sphaeranthoides, Pterocaulon lorentzii, Pterocaulon virgatum, Pterocaulon brachyanthum, Pterocaulon ciliosum, Pterocaulon discolor, Pterocaulon intermedium, Pterocaulon paradoxum, Pterocaulon tricholobum, Pterocaulon xenicum,
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-116179: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.