Tetradymia canescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
95903
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 440 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095232
Common Names
- Tetradymia canescens
- Hoary Tetradymia
- Grey Tetradymia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tetradymia canescens (also called Gray Tetradymia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It has gray-green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tetradymia canescens is used in medicinal teas, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tetradymia canescens var. thorneae N.D.Atwood, S.L.Welsh & L.C.HigginsFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetradymia canescens has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetradymia canescens is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Tetradymia canescens
Tetradymia canescens can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Tetradymia canescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetradymia canescens?
Tetradymia canescens
What is the common name of Tetradymia canescens?
Hoary tetradymia
Where does Tetradymia canescens grow?
Tetradymia canescens grows in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Tetradymia genus
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-51412: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.