Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insecticruris
ID:
94535

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Heller

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 1: 7 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093864



Common Names

  • Insectweed
  • Prairie Fleabane
  • Prairie Daisy


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Description

Pyrrocoma insecticruris (also called Insect-Footed Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma insecticruris is used as an ornamental plant and is known to attract birds and butterflies. It is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrrocoma insecticruris has small white flowers with yellow centers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and brown and are contained in a small, papery achene. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma insecticruris is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma insecticruris

Pyrrocoma insecticruris is native to North America and can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Pyrrocoma insecticruris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma insecticruris?

Pyrrocoma insecticruris

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma insecticruris?

Pyrrocoma insecticruris is found in moist, tropical areas in South America.

What is the flowering period of Pyrrocoma insecticruris?

Pyrrocoma insecticruris typically flowers from June to October.

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-50075: Based on the initial data import
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.