Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
36233

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Nelson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 37: 277 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035562



Common Names

  • Axillaris Tetradymia
  • Tetradymia Horsebrush
  • Horsebrush Tetradymia


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Synonyms

  • Tetradymia axillaris axillaris [unknown]

Description

Tetradymia axillaris (also called axillary horsebrush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry grasslands, disturbed habitats, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetradymia axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tetradymia axillaris var. longispina (M.E.Jones) Strother

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetradymia axillaris has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetradymia axillaris is an evergreen shrub that is native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Tetradymia axillaris

Tetradymia axillaris is native to the United States and can be found in the states of California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Tetradymia axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetradymia axillaris?

Tetradymia axillaris

What is the common name of Tetradymia axillaris?

Axillary horsebrush

What is the natural habitat of Tetradymia axillaris?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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-1344: Based on the initial data import
Aven Nelson (1859-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Nelson' in the authors string.