Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
herbacea
ID:
64758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(18): 268 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064087



Common Names

  • Tetraneuris Herbacea
  • Four-nerve Daisy
  • Four-nerve Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Actinea herbacea B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Hymenoxys herbacea (Greene) Cusick [unknown]
  • Hymenoxys herbacea (Greene) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Hymenoxys acaulis glabra (A.Gray) K.F.Parker [unknown]

Description

Tetraneuris herbacea (also called Slender Four-nerve Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry areas, such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tetraneuris herbacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, malaria, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetraneuris herbacea has yellow flower heads with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetraneuris herbacea can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tetraneuris herbacea

Tetraneuris herbacea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as deserts and grasslands.

Tetraneuris herbacea FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Tetraneuris herbacea?

Tetraneuris herbacea prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

How often should I water Tetraneuris herbacea?

Tetraneuris herbacea should be watered regularly during its first growing season to help it become established. After that, it should only need occasional watering during dry periods.

What pests or diseases are common to Tetraneuris herbacea?

Tetraneuris herbacea is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot in overly moist conditions.

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-2105: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.