Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
staffordiae
ID:
93335

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


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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.

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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 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-48903: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.