Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
campestris
ID:
125048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & Wurdack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 383, fig. 71 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124377



Common Names

  • Campestris Stenopadus
  • Campestris Groundsel
  • Campestris Groundsel Bush


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Description

Stenopadus campestris (also called Field Stenopadus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a single stem, with a rosette of leaves at the base and a single flower head at the top. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands, growing in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Stenopadus campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenopadus campestris has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenopadus campestris is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Stenopadus campestris

Stenopadus campestris can be found in dry open woods and grasslands in the western United States.

Stenopadus campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenopadus campestris?

Stenopadus campestris

What is the common name of Stenopadus campestris?

Field Stenopadus

What is the natural habitat of Stenopadus campestris?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-85478: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.