Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
condensata
ID:
1273

Status:
valid

Authors:
Parry

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Amer. Naturalist 8: 213 (106) (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000602



Common Names

  • Townsendia Condensata
  • Cushion Townsendia
  • Woolly Townsendia


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Synonyms

  • Townsendia anomala Heiser [unknown]
  • Townsendia condensata anomala (Heiser) Dorn [unknown]
  • Townsendia condensata condensata [unknown]
  • Townsendia condensata condensata [unknown]

Description

Townsendia condensata (also called Condensed Townsend daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a hairy stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Townsendia condensata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Townsendia condensata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Townsendia condensata is a low-growing, perennial herb native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Townsendia condensata requires little maintenance and can tolerate periods of drought.

Where to Find Townsendia condensata

Townsendia condensata can be found in the western United States, primarily in the states of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and New Mexico.

Townsendia condensata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Townsendia condensata?

Townsendia condensata

What is the common name of Townsendia condensata?

Condensed Townsend Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Townsendia condensata?

Dry, rocky areas

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