Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pumilum
ID:
2426

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 290 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001755



Common Names

  • Dwarf Sandmat
  • Small Sandmat
  • Little Sandmat


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Synonyms

  • Relhania pumila Thunb. [unknown]
  • Athanasia pumila L.f. [unknown]
  • Relhania pedunculata Harv. [unknown]
  • Eclopes pumila Less. [unknown]
  • Rhynchopsidium pedunculatum DC. [unknown]
  • Relhania laxa L'Hér. [unknown]

Description

Rhynchopsidium pumilum (also called Dwarf Sandmat, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchopsidium pumilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchopsidium pumilum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchopsidium pumilum is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in the spring. The divisions should be planted in the same soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Rhynchopsidium pumilum

Rhynchopsidium pumilum is native to the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It can be found in dry, open areas such as desert scrub, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Rhynchopsidium pumilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchopsidium pumilum?

Rhynchopsidium pumilum

What is the common name of Rhynchopsidium pumilum?

Littleleaf sandmat

What is the habitat of Rhynchopsidium pumilum?

It is found in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and trails

Species in the Rhynchopsidium genus

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,