Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tephroleuca
ID:
71179

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Sida 11(4): 378 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070508



Common Names

  • Tephroleuca Thymophylla
  • Thymophylla Tephroleuca
  • Tephroleuca Thyme-Leaf


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Synonyms

  • Dyssodia tephroleuca S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Thymophylla tephroleuca (also called 'Sagebrush', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Southwestern United States and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thymophylla tephroleuca is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant to add texture and color to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Thymophylla tephroleuca flower is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymophylla tephroleuca is a fast-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained, sandy soil and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Thymophylla tephroleuca

Thymophylla tephroleuca is native to South America and can be found in open, dry habitats.

Thymophylla tephroleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymophylla tephroleuca?

Thymophylla tephroleuca

What is the common name of Thymophylla tephroleuca?

Thymophylla tephroleuca

What is the natural habitat of Thymophylla tephroleuca?

Thymophylla tephroleuca is native to the Mediterranean region

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-27311: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.