Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
freitagii
ID:
41902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Podlech) Kovalevsk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 24: 175 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041231



Common Names

  • Freitagii Tanacetopsis
  • Tanacetopsis Freitagii
  • Tanacetopsis


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Synonyms

  • Tanacetum freitagii Podlech [unknown]
  • Tanacetopsis freitagii (Podlech) K.Bremer & Humphries [unknown]

Description

Tanacetopsis freitagii (also called 'Freitag's Tanacetopsis', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetopsis freitagii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It can also be used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tanacetopsis freitagii is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetopsis freitagii is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer, with the divisions planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Tanacetopsis freitagii

Tanacetopsis freitagii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.

Tanacetopsis freitagii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetopsis freitagii?

Tanacetopsis freitagii

What type of plant is Tanacetopsis freitagii?

It is an annual herb

Where does Tanacetopsis freitagii grow?

It grows in the Mediterranean region

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

Sofja S. Kovalevskaja (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kovalevsk.' in the authors string.
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944934-1: Based on the initial data import