Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudodigitatum
ID:
7747

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rockh.) V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 240 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007076



Common Names

  • False Digitate Xenophyllum
  • False Fingerleaf
  • False Digitate Leaf


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Synonyms

  • Werneria pseudodigitata Rockh. [unknown]
  • Werneria digitata auct.non Wedd. [deprecated]

Description

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum (also called False-digit xenophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and dark, and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum?

Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum

What is the common name of Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum?

False-fingerleaf

What is the natural habitat of Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-106831: Based on the initial data import
M. Rockhausen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rockh.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.