Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
121595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Griseb. & Schenk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Arch. Naturgesch. 18(1): 343 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120924



Common Names

  • Long-Leaf Tephroseris
  • Tephroseris
  • Long-Leaf Aster


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Synonyms

  • Senecio ovirensis ovirensis [unknown]
  • Tephroseris ovirensis ovirensis [unknown]
  • Cineraria longifolia longifolia [unknown]
  • Cineraria alpestris ovirensis (W.D.J.Koch) Nyman [unknown]
  • Senecio ovirensis alpestris (Griseb. & Schenk) Hegi [unknown]

Description

Tephroseris longifolia (also called longleaf tephroseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as fields, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephroseris longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as skin problems and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tephroseris longifolia sub. gaudinii (Gremli) Kerguélen
Tephroseris longifolia sub. longifolia
Tephroseris longifolia sub. pseudocrispa (Fiori) Greuter
Tephroseris longifolia sub. brachychaeta Greuter
Tephroseris longifolia sub. moravica Holub

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephroseris longifolia are small, yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephroseris longifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Tephroseris longifolia

Tephroseris longifolia can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Tephroseris longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephroseris longifolia?

Tephroseris longifolia

What are the common names of Tephroseris longifolia?

Tephroseris and Tephroseris Longifolia

What is the habitat of Tephroseris longifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82160: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
August Schenk (1815-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schenk' in the authors string.