Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
campestris
ID:
62950

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 459 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062279



Common Names

  • Field Trichogonia
  • Field Wormwood
  • Campestris Wormwood


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Description

Trichogonia campestris (also called Field Trichogonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has small, yellow flowers with dark centers and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is commonly found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia campestris is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia campestris is an annual plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and can be propagated by seed. Seeds can be sown in the spring or fall and should be kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Trichogonia campestris

Trichogonia campestris is native to the eastern United States and can be found in the wild in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Trichogonia campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia campestris?

Trichogonia campestris

What is the family of Trichogonia campestris?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Trichogonia campestris?

Field thistle

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-19285: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.