Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
texana
ID:
117781

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray & Engelm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts i. (1848) 48.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117110



Common Names

  • Tetragonotheca texana
  • Texas False Nettle
  • Texas Diamondflower


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Synonyms

  • Halea texana A.Gray [unknown]
  • Tetragonosperma lyratifolium Scheele [unknown]

Description

Tetragonotheca texana (also called Texas False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southern United States. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tetragonotheca texana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetragonotheca texana has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetragonotheca texana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. For cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Tetragonotheca texana

Tetragonotheca texana can be found in the south-central United States, primarily in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Tetragonotheca texana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetragonotheca texana?

Tetragonotheca texana

What is the family of Tetragonotheca texana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Tetragonotheca texana?

Texana

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-78481: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.