Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Winkl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada xiii. (1893) 11.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139026
Common Names
- Golden-ray
- Golden-rayed Sunray
- Golden-ray Sunray
Synonyms
- Xanthopappus multicephalus Ling [unknown]
- Carduus euosmus Forrest [unknown]
- Carduus euosmus Forrest ex W.W.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Xanthopappus subacaulis (also called Subacaul Xanthopappus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthopappus subacaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xanthopappus subacaulis has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xanthopappus subacaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.
Where to Find Xanthopappus subacaulis
Xanthopappus subacaulis can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Xanthopappus subacaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthopappus subacaulis?
Xanthopappus subacaulis
What is the common name of Xanthopappus subacaulis?
Subacaul Xanthopappus
What is the family of Xanthopappus subacaulis?
Asteraceae
Species in the Xanthopappus genus
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,