Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andersoniae
ID:
63848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner) D.L.Schulz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
in Haussknechtia, Mitt. Thüring. Bot. Ges. 4: 33 (1988):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063177



Common Names

  • Zandera andersoniae
  • Anderson's Zandera
  • Anderson's False Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Sigesbeckia andersoniae B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Zandera andersoniae (also called Anderson's Zandera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and sagebrush.

Uses & Benefits

Zandera andersoniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zandera andersoniae has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zandera andersoniae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division should be done in early spring or late summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require adequate light and moisture for successful propagation.

Where to Find Zandera andersoniae

Zandera andersoniae is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils and full sun.

Zandera andersoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zandera andersoniae?

Zandera andersoniae

What is the common name of Zandera andersoniae?

Anderson's Zandera

What is the natural habitat of Zandera andersoniae?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Zandera 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,

References

Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Dorothea Louise Schulz (1931-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Schulz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945913-1: Based on the initial data import