Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clementis
ID:
117500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 27: 625 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116829



Common Names

  • Pyrrocoma clementis
  • Clement's Goldenweed
  • Clement's Pyrrocoma


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Synonyms

  • Pyrrocoma clementis clementis [unknown]
  • Haplopappus clementis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Pyrrocoma clementis (also called Clement's Goldenweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It has bright yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Hypnum lepidum is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control, and can be used as a mulch to help retain moisture in the soil. It is also used in the production of potpourri and as a decorative element in flower arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pyrrocoma clementis var. villosa (Rydb.) Mayes ex G.K.Br. & D.J.Keil

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrrocoma clementis has small yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma clementis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma clementis

Pyrrocoma clementis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Pyrrocoma clementis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma clementis?

Pyrrocoma clementis

What is the common name of Pyrrocoma clementis?

Clement's Pyrrocoma

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma clementis?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-78211: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.