Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
smithii
ID:
80015

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.M.Shultz & A.H.Holmgren

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 32: 144, fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079344



Common Names

  • Smith's Townsendia
  • Woolly Townsendia
  • Woolly Daisy


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Description

Townsendia smithii (also called Smith's townsendia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Townsendia smithii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Townsendia smithii is a yellow-green head of disc florets, surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Townsendia smithii is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Townsendia smithii

Townsendia smithii is native to North America and can be found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Townsendia smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Townsendia smithii?

Townsendia smithii

What is the common name of Townsendia smithii?

Smith's Townsendia

What is the natural habitat of Townsendia smithii?

It is found in the western United States

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-35931: Based on the initial data import
Leila McReynolds Shultz (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Shultz' in the authors string.
Arthur Herman Holmgren (1912-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Holmgren' in the authors string.