Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
torreyana
ID:
81870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(18): 265 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081199



Common Names

  • Torreyana Tetraneuris
  • Torreyana Four-nerve Daisy
  • Torreyana Four-Nerve Daisy


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Description

Tetraneuris torreyana (also called Torrey's Four-nerve Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tetraneuris torreyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetraneuris torreyana has yellow flowers with five petals and a short style. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, sessile leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetraneuris torreyana is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Tetraneuris torreyana

Tetraneuris torreyana is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It is typically found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grassland, and oak woodlands.

Tetraneuris torreyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetraneuris torreyana?

Tetraneuris torreyana

What is the common name of Tetraneuris torreyana?

Torrey's Four-nerve Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Tetraneuris torreyana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-37756: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.