Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glabrata
ID:
81507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Parke, Bot. ii. 122. I. 5 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080836



Common Names

  • Glabrata Tetradymia
  • Tetradymia Glabrata
  • Tetradymia


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Synonyms

  • Tetradymia glabrata glabrata [unknown]

Description

Tetradymia glabrata (also called Smooth Tetradymia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the western United States. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tetradymia glabrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Tetradymia glabrata flower has white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetradymia glabrata is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in early spring and will germinate in about 2 weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Tetradymia glabrata

Tetradymia glabrata can be found in the western United States.

Tetradymia glabrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetradymia glabrata?

Tetradymia glabrata

What are the common names of Tetradymia glabrata?

Tetradymia, Glabrata

What is the growth habit of Tetradymia glabrata?

Tetradymia glabrata is a perennial herb

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-37401: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.