Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirta
ID:
79179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Erythea 2: 69 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078508



Common Names

  • Hairy Pyrrocoma
  • Hairy's Pyrrocoma
  • Hairy Pyrrocoma Goldenweed


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Synonyms

  • Aster grayanus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Haplopappus hirtus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Hoorebekia hirta Piper [unknown]
  • Haplopappus hirtus hirtus [unknown]
  • Haplopappus hirtus hirtus [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma hirta hirta [unknown]

Description

Pyrrocoma hirta (also called Rough-leaved Goldenweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a thin, green stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma hirta is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pyrrocoma hirta var. sonchifolia (Greene) Kartesz & Gandhi
Pyrrocoma hirta var. lanulosa (Greene) Mayes ex G.K.Br. & D.J.Keil

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrrocoma hirta has yellow flowers with a single row of petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma hirta is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma hirta

Pyrrocoma hirta is native to western North America.

Pyrrocoma hirta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma hirta?

Pyrrocoma hirta

What is the common name of Pyrrocoma hirta?

Hairy Goldenweed

Where is Pyrrocoma hirta found?

Pyrrocoma hirta is found in western 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-35104: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.