Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xix. (1883) 4.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119808
Common Names
- Mule's Ears
- Wyethia
- Wyethia longicaulis
Description
Wyethia longicaulis (also called 'Long-stemmed Wyethia', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Wyethia longicaulis has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. Additionally, it is used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Wyethia longicaulis has a yellow flower with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wyethia longicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Wyethia longicaulis
Wyethia longicaulis can be found in the western United States and Canada, primarily in dry, open habitats such as prairies, fields, and roadsides.
Wyethia longicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wyethia longicaulis?
Wyethia longicaulis
What is the common name of Wyethia longicaulis?
Long-stemmed Wyethia
What is the natural habitat of Wyethia longicaulis?
Wyethia longicaulis is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas of 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,