Stephanomeria fluminea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fluminea
ID:
2283
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gottlieb
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Madroño 46(1): 58. 1999
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001612
Common Names
- River Wirelettuce
- River Stephanomeria
- Stream Wirelettuce
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stephanomeria fluminea (also called River Wirelettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have a white midrib. It has yellow flowers with a white center and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stephanomeria fluminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stephanomeria fluminea has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stephanomeria fluminea is a perennial plant that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.
Where to Find Stephanomeria fluminea
Stephanomeria fluminea can be found in the western United States and Mexico.
Stephanomeria fluminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria fluminea?
Stephanomeria fluminea
What is the common name of Stephanomeria fluminea?
River Wirelettuce
What is the habitat of Stephanomeria fluminea?
Rivers and streams of western North America
Species in the Stephanomeria genus
Stephanomeria fluminea, Stephanomeria runcinata, Stephanomeria tenuifolia, Stephanomeria malheurensis, Stephanomeria guadalupensis, Stephanomeria paniculata, Stephanomeria diegensis, Stephanomeria mexiae, Stephanomeria monocephala, Stephanomeria elata, Stephanomeria exigua, Stephanomeria lactucina, Stephanomeria cichoriacea, Stephanomeria virgata, Stephanomeria pauciflora, Stephanomeria thurberi, Stephanomeria parryi,
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-101555: Based on the initial data import
Leslie D. Gottlieb (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottlieb' in the authors string.