Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaeus
ID:
9454

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 4(4): 413 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008783



Common Names

  • Siloxerus pygmaeus
  • Pygmy Siloxerus
  • Pygmy Wormwood


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Synonyms

  • Chthonocephalus pygmaeus Benth. [unknown]
  • Chamaesphaerion pygmaeum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Gyrostephium rhizocephalum Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Siloxerus pygmaeus (also called Pygmy Rabbitbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that is native to the western United States. It grows up to 0.3m in height and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils in the Great Basin and the Colorado Plateau.

Uses & Benefits

Siloxerus pygmaeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siloxerus pygmaeus is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siloxerus pygmaeus is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season. It can be pruned back in the fall to promote new growth.

Where to Find Siloxerus pygmaeus

Siloxerus pygmaeus can be found in the Caucasus and Iran.

Siloxerus pygmaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siloxerus pygmaeus?

Siloxerus pygmaeus

What type of plant is Siloxerus pygmaeus?

Siloxerus pygmaeus is a perennial herb.

Where does Siloxerus pygmaeus grow?

Siloxerus pygmaeus is native to China.

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-108502: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.