Xanthisma texanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
texanum
ID:
116056
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 95 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115385
Common Names
- Cyathea demissa
- Demissa Cyathea
- Demissa Tree Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthisma texanum (also called Texas Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthisma texanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Xanthisma texanum var. drummondii (Torr. & A.Gray) A.GrayFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xanthisma texanum is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthisma texanum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Where to Find Xanthisma texanum
Xanthisma texanum is native to the southwestern United States, from Texas to Arizona.
Xanthisma texanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthisma texanum?
Xanthisma texanum
What is the common name of Xanthisma texanum?
Texas xanthisma
What is the flowering period of Xanthisma texanum?
Spring to summer
Species in the Xanthisma genus
Xanthisma grindelioides, Xanthisma johnstonii, Xanthisma viscidum, Xanthisma restiforme, Xanthisma blephariphyllum, Xanthisma spinulosum, Xanthisma rhizomatum, Xanthisma gypsophilum, Xanthisma gracile, Xanthisma arenarium, Xanthisma crutchfieldii, Xanthisma texanum, Xanthisma wigginsii, Xanthisma junceum, Xanthisma gymnocephalum, Xanthisma coloradoense, Xanthisma stenolobum, Xanthisma gracilis, Xanthisma pseudorestiforme, Xanthisma scabrellum, Xanthisma paradoxum, Xanthisma blephariphylla,
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-7684: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.