Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stenolepis
ID:
124442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Calif. Acad. Sci. 1(3): 92 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123771



Common Names

  • Silverbush
  • Stenolepis
  • Tetradymia


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Description

Tetradymia stenolepis (also called Tetradymia stenolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and narrow, gray-green leaves. It is native to western North America and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tetradymia stenolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat joint pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetradymia stenolepis has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetradymia stenolepis is a low-growing, perennial herb that can reach heights of up to 30 cm. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Tetradymia stenolepis

Tetradymia stenolepis can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.

Tetradymia stenolepis FAQ

What are the common names of Tetradymia stenolepis?

Tetradymia stenolepis is commonly known as Narrow-leaved tetradymia.

What is the growing season of Tetradymia stenolepis?

Tetradymia stenolepis typically blooms from April to June.

What is the habitat of Tetradymia stenolepis?

Tetradymia stenolepis is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

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-84903: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.