Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
59358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) Kovalevsk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Fl. Uzbekistan. vi. 139 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058687



Common Names

  • Tanacetopsis mucronata
  • Tansy Aster
  • Mountain Tansy Aster


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Synonyms

  • Pyrethrum mucronatum Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
  • Cancrinia mucronata (Regel & Schmalh.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum mucronatum B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Lepidolopsis mucronata (Regel & Schmalh.) Poljakov [unknown]

Description

Tanacetopsis mucronata (also called Sharp-pointed Tansy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to China and Japan. It has a spreading habit, with deeply lobed leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest edges and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetopsis mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tanacetopsis mucronata has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetopsis mucronata is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or from stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Tanacetopsis mucronata

Tanacetopsis mucronata can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho and east to Wyoming.

Tanacetopsis mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetopsis mucronata?

Tanacetopsis mucronata

What is the common name of Tanacetopsis mucronata?

Mountain Tansy

What is the habitat of Tanacetopsis mucronata?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as deserts, grasslands, and scrublands.

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-15793: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.
Sofja S. Kovalevskaja (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kovalevsk.' in the authors string.