Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
37238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Erythea 2(5): 69 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036567



Common Names

  • Pyrrocoma
  • Lanceolata
  • Lanceolata Pyrrocoma


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus lanceolatus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma tenuicaulis (D.C.Eaton ex S.Watson) Greene [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma tenuicaulis Howell [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma vaseyi Rydb. [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus typicus (H.M.Hall) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Homopappus multiflorus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma lanceolata Howell [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus lanceolatus [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus vaseyi Parry [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus vaseyi H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus sublanatus Cody [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus solidagineus H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus tenuicaulis H.M.Hall [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus tenuicaulis (D.C.Eaton ex S.Watson) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Donia lanceolata Hook. [unknown]
  • Haplopappus lanceolatus lanceolatus [unknown]
  • Pyrrocoma lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Haplopappus tenuicaulis D.C.Eaton [unknown]
  • Hoorebekia lanceolata (Hook.) M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Pyrrocoma lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved Goldenweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to North America, and is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides. It has small, yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma lanceolata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance plant that is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pyrrocoma lanceolata var. subviscosa (Greene) G.K.Br. & D.J.Keil

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrrocoma lanceolata has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma lanceolata is a perennial plant that is native to western North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated by seed, as it is slow to germinate and can take up to a year for the seeds to sprout. It is also susceptible to frost damage.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma lanceolata

Pyrrocoma lanceolata is native to the western United States and Canada. It is found in dry, open areas, such as deserts and grasslands.

Pyrrocoma lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma lanceolata?

Pyrrocoma lanceolata

What type of plant is Pyrrocoma lanceolata?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma lanceolata?

It is native to the Western United States

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-135365: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.