Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
91944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.D.Keck) Kartesz & Gandhi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 71: 60. 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091273



Common Names

  • Pyrrocoma linearis
  • Linear-Leaved Goldenweed
  • Linearleaf Goldenweed


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus uniflorus linearis D.D.Keck [unknown]
  • Haplopappus inuloides linearis (D.D.Keck) B.Boivin [deprecated]

Description

Pyrrocoma linearis (also called Linear-leaved Pyrrocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a cut flower, and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pyrrocoma linearis is a yellow-white composite flower head with a large number of small tubular florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma linearis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and slightly alkaline. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma linearis

Pyrrocoma linearis can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Pyrrocoma linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma linearis?

Pyrrocoma linearis

What is the common name of Pyrrocoma linearis?

Linear-leaved Pyrrocoma

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma linearis?

It is found in dry stony places in the mountains of Central Asia

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-47541: Based on the initial data import
Kanchi N. Gandhi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gandhi' in the authors string.
David D. Keck (1903-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Keck' in the authors string.
John T. Kartesz (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kartesz' in the authors string.