Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
132324

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.R.Morgan & R.L.Hartm.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131653



Common Names

  • Graceful Xanthisma
  • Xanthisma Gracilis
  • Graceful Goldenweed


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Description

Xanthisma gracilis (also called Xanthisma gracilis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthisma gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Xanthisma gracilis has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthisma gracilis is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Xanthisma gracilis

Xanthisma gracilis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Xanthisma gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthisma gracilis?

Xanthisma gracilis

What is the common name of Xanthisma gracilis?

Graceful Xanthisma

What is the natural habitat of Xanthisma gracilis?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia

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-92519: Based on the initial data import
Ronald Lee Hartman (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Hartm.' in the authors string.
David R. Morgan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Morgan' in the authors string.