Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kawakamii
ID:
93225

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(2): 173 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092554



Common Names

  • Tephroseris Kawakamii
  • Kawakami's Tephroseris
  • Kawakami's Hawkweed


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Description

Tephroseris kawakamii (also called Kawakami's Tephroseris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in high altitude grasslands and rocky areas, and has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tephroseris kawakamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephroseris kawakamii is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephroseris kawakamii is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Tephroseris kawakamii

Tephroseris kawakamii is found in the mountains of Japan.

Tephroseris kawakamii FAQ

What type of plant is Tephroseris kawakamii?

Tephroseris kawakamii is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Tephroseris kawakamii native to?

Tephroseris kawakamii is native to western North America.

What is the habitat of Tephroseris kawakamii?

Tephroseris kawakamii typically grows in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and rocky slopes.

Species in the Tephroseris genus

Tephroseris helenitis, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris turczaninovii, Tephroseris crassifolia, Tephroseris sichotensis, Tephroseris pyroglossa, Tephroseris pricei, Tephroseris kirilowii, Tephroseris taitoensis, Tephroseris coincyi, Tephroseris adenolepis, Tephroseris subdentata, Tephroseris phaeantha, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris sukaczevii, Tephroseris porphyrantha, Tephroseris ochotensis, Tephroseris flammea, Tephroseris praticola, Tephroseris pseudoaurantiaca, Tephroseris yukonensis, Tephroseris stolonifera, Tephroseris frigida, Tephroseris pierotii, Tephroseris jacutica, Tephroseris integrifolia, Tephroseris balbisiana, Tephroseris papposa, Tephroseris newcombei, Tephroseris koreana, Tephroseris gurensis, Tephroseris vereszczaginii, Tephroseris furusei, Tephroseris elodes, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris rufa, Tephroseris pseudosonchus, Tephroseris kjellmanii, Tephroseris takedana, Tephroseris kawakamii, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris longifolia, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris subscaposa, Tephroseris hieraciiformis, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris arctisibirica, Tephroseris cladobotrys, Tephroseris subfrigida,

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255230-1: Based on the initial data import