Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nutt.) Nutt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 352 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076686
Common Names
- Wyethia Amplexicaulis
- Mule's Ears
- Woolly Mule's Ears
Synonyms
- Wyethia lanceolata Howell [unknown]
- Wyethia amplexicaulis amplexicaulis [unknown]
- Wyethia amplexicaulis major Piper [unknown]
- Wyethia amplexicaulis subresinosa Piper [unknown]
- Espeletia amplexicaulis Nutt. [unknown]
Description
Wyethia amplexicaulis (also called 'Mule's-ears', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed edges and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Wyethia amplexicaulis is a species of flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are yellow and attract pollinators, and its leaves can be used in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Wyethia amplexicaulis is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wyethia amplexicaulis is a perennial herb native to western North America. It is most commonly found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and chaparral. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Wyethia amplexicaulis
Wyethia amplexicaulis is native to western North America and can be found in open, dry areas.
Wyethia amplexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wyethia amplexicaulis?
Wyethia amplexicaulis
What is the common name of Wyethia amplexicaulis?
Mule's ears
Where is Wyethia amplexicaulis found?
It is found in western North America
Species in the Wyethia genus
Wyethia helianthoides,
Wyethia magna,
Wyethia glabra,
Wyethia cusickii,
Wyethia magna,
Wyethia arizonica,
Wyethia mollis,
Wyethia helenioides,
Wyethia amplexicaulis,
Wyethia angustifolia,
Wyethia longicaulis,
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,