Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
graminiformis
ID:
11157

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sherff) Melchert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 219 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010486



Common Names

  • Graminiformis Thelesperma
  • Thelesperma of Graminiformis
  • Graminiformis Thelesperma Grass


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Description

Thelesperma graminiformis (also called Sandbur, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in a variety of habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thelesperma graminiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Thelesperma graminiformis flower is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and a yellow-orange outer ring of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves that are lanceolate in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelesperma graminiformis is a low-growing, spreading perennial plant that is native to the United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.

Where to Find Thelesperma graminiformis

Thelesperma graminiformis is native to the western United States and can be found in the Great Basin and Rocky Mountain regions.

Thelesperma graminiformis FAQ

What are the common names of Thelesperma graminiformis?

Thelesperma graminiformis is commonly known as grass-like thelesperma.

What is the growth habit of Thelesperma graminiformis?

Thelesperma graminiformis is an evergreen, perennial, low-growing shrub.

What are the light requirements for Thelesperma graminiformis?

Thelesperma graminiformis prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-110154: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.
Thomas E. Melchert (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melchert' in the authors string.