Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cronquistii
ID:
84642

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 370 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083971



Common Names

  • Cronquist's Simsia
  • Cronquist's False Dandelion
  • False Dandelion


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Description

Simsia cronquistii (also called 'Cronquist's Simsia', 'Cronquist's Rabbitbrush' and 'Cronquist's Sagebrush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils. Its leaves are alternate, linear-lanceolate, and up to 5 cm long. Its flowers are yellow and clustered in small, globose heads.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia cronquistii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Simsia cronquistii is yellow and daisy-like, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and thick, with wide, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia cronquistii is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Simsia cronquistii

Simsia cronquistii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Simsia cronquistii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simsia cronquistii?

Simsia cronquistii

What are the common names of Simsia cronquistii?

Cronquist's Daisy

What is the habitat of Simsia cronquistii?

Simsia cronquistii is found in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and disturbed 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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:236612-2: Based on the initial data import