Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
praticola
ID:
25233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sisk. & Serg.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(2): 174 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024562



Common Names

  • Tephroseris praticola
  • Prairie Tephroseris
  • Prairie Fluffgrass


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Synonyms

  • Senecio asiaticus Schischk. & Serg. [unknown]
  • Senecio praticola Schischk. & Serg. [unknown]
  • Senecio campestris glabratus DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio glabellus DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio subdentatus glabellus Cufod. [unknown]

Description

Tephroseris praticola (also called prairie tephroseris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tephroseris praticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dried flower in floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tephroseris praticola are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephroseris praticola is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It should be cut back in the spring to encourage new growth. Deadheading will also help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Tephroseris praticola

Tephroseris praticola is native to the Mediterranean region.

Tephroseris praticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephroseris praticola?

Tephroseris praticola

What is the common name of Tephroseris praticola?

Prairie Tephroseris

What is the habitat of Tephroseris praticola?

Grasslands, meadows, 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-123733: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Lidia Palladievna Sergievskaya (1897-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Serg.' in the authors string.