Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
139287

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Tomb

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Sida 5(3): 186 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138616



Common Names

  • Rostrata Shinnersoseris
  • Shinnersoseris rostrata
  • Shinnersoseris


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Synonyms

  • Lygodesmia rostrata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Lygodesmia juncea rostrata A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Shinnersoseris rostrata (also called Shinners' Sow-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other disturbed areas, and has a hairy stem with small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Shinnersoseris rostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Shinnersoseris rostrata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shinnersoseris rostrata is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F). It can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings may not be true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Shinnersoseris rostrata

Shinnersoseris rostrata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Shinnersoseris rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shinnersoseris rostrata?

Shinnersoseris rostrata

What is the common name of Shinnersoseris rostrata?

Rostrata Shinnersoseris

What is the natural habitat of Shinnersoseris rostrata?

Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Shinnersoseris 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-99249: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Andrew Spencer Tomb (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tomb' in the authors string.