Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
125120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 32 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124449



Common Names

  • Virgata
  • Wirelettuce
  • Threadleaf


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Synonyms

  • Ptiloria virgata virgata [unknown]
  • Stephanomeria virgata virgata [unknown]

Description

Stephanomeria virgata (also called Stephanomeria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the temperate regions of North America and is found in grasslands. It has feathery leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stephanomeria virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stephanomeria virgata sub. pleurocarpa (Greene) Gottlieb
Stephanomeria virgata sub. virgata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephanomeria virgata is a yellow daisy-like flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanomeria virgata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Stephanomeria virgata

Stephanomeria virgata can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Stephanomeria virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria virgata?

Stephanomeria virgata

What is the common name of Stephanomeria virgata?

Wire-lettuce

What is the natural habitat of Stephanomeria virgata?

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-8555: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.