Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sandwith) V.A.Funk
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Novon 7(3): 240 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092664
Common Names
- Xenophyllum staffordiae
- Stafford's Leatherleaf
- Stafford's Leather Wood
Synonyms
- Werneria staffordiae Sandwith [unknown]
Description
Xenophyllum staffordiae (also called Stafford's star-thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to California and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Xenophyllum staffordiae is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves can be used as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xenophyllum staffordiae is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xenophyllum staffordiae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Xenophyllum staffordiae
Xenophyllum staffordiae can be found in the mountains of California.
Xenophyllum staffordiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum staffordiae?
Xenophyllum staffordiae
What is the common name of Xenophyllum staffordiae?
Stafford's star-thistle
What is the natural habitat of Xenophyllum staffordiae?
Grassy areas of North America
Species in the Xenophyllum genus
Xenophyllum pseudodigitatum,
Xenophyllum ciliolatum,
Xenophyllum roseum,
Xenophyllum esquilachense,
Xenophyllum marcidum,
Xenophyllum digitatum,
Xenophyllum weddellii,
Xenophyllum rigidum,
Xenophyllum humile,
Xenophyllum lycopodioides,
Xenophyllum dactylophyllum,
Xenophyllum acerosum,
Xenophyllum amblydactylum,
Xenophyllum staffordiae,
Xenophyllum incisum,
Xenophyllum poposum,
Xenophyllum sotarense,
Xenophyllum decorum,
Xenophyllum crassum,
Xenophyllum fontii,
Xenophyllum rosenii,
Xenophyllum oscartovarii,
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,