Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
112406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(14): 47 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000111735



Common Names

  • Wright's Xylorhiza
  • Xylorhiza Wrightii
  • Wright's Xylorhiza Plant


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Synonyms

  • Aster wrightii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Townsendia wrightii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Machaeranthera wrightii (A.Gray) Cronquist & D.D.Keck [unknown]

Description

Xylorhiza wrightii (also called Wright's Woodratany, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides, canyons, and arroyos.

Uses & Benefits

Xylorhiza wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xylorhiza wrightii has small, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylorhiza wrightii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny spot. Water regularly during the growing season and provide a dry period during the winter months. Fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Xylorhiza wrightii

Xylorhiza wrightii can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States.

Xylorhiza wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylorhiza wrightii?

Xylorhiza wrightii

What is the common name of Xylorhiza wrightii?

Wright's Wood-sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Xylorhiza wrightii?

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-7106: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.