Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
32687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 333 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032016



Common Names

  • Pyrrocoma Radiata
  • Rayless Goldenweed
  • Rayless Goldentop


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus radiatus (Nutt.) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Haplopappus carthamoides maximus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Pyrrocoma radiata (also called Rayless Goldenweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, open areas such as meadows and sagebrush flats. It has yellow flowers and grows up to 60 cm tall.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrrocoma radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrrocoma radiata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a basal rosette of lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrrocoma radiata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pyrrocoma radiata

Pyrrocoma radiata can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Pyrrocoma radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrrocoma radiata?

Pyrrocoma radiata

What is the common name of Pyrrocoma radiata?

Rayed Goldenweed

What is the natural habitat of Pyrrocoma radiata?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils in open areas

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