Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
136304

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 71(1): 60 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135633



Common Names

  • Pyrrocoma lucida
  • Mountain Goldenweed
  • Pineywoods Goldenweed


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Description

Pyrrocoma lucida (also called Shining Pyrrocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma lucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pyrrocoma lucida is a yellow disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma lucida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. The plant should be divided in the spring or fall, when the soil is moist. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once established, the plant will require little maintenance.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma lucida

Pyrrocoma lucida is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and sagebrush deserts.

Pyrrocoma lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma lucida?

Pyrrocoma lucida

What is the common name of Pyrrocoma lucida?

Shining Pyrrocoma

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma lucida?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands

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

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.