Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mensana
ID:
44925

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot. 13: 15 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044254



Common Names

  • Mensana Townsendia
  • Townsendia Mensana
  • Mensana Townsendia Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Townsendia mensana mensana [unknown]

Description

Townsendia mensana (also called Men's Townsendia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has a single stem that grows up to 30cm tall and has white flowers with a diameter of up to 2.5cm. It grows in dry, rocky soils, grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Townsendia mensana is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden. The plant is also known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Townsendia mensana has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Townsendia mensana is a short-lived perennial that is native to the western United States. It is adapted to dry, sunny sites and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Townsendia mensana

Townsendia mensana is found in the western United States.

Townsendia mensana FAQ

What are the common names of Townsendia mensana?

Common names of Townsendia mensana include Townsend's Daisy and Townsend's Daisy-Sunray

What is the habitat of Townsendia mensana?

Townsendia mensana is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and roadsides.

What are the blooming times of Townsendia mensana?

Townsendia mensana typically blooms from April to June.

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-142805: Based on the initial data import
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.