Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. ex A.Gray) O'Kane & Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12(3): 381. 2002
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266313
Common Names
- Woolly Payson
- Woolly Paysonia
- Woolly Montanoa
Description
Paysonia lasiocarpa (also called Woolly-fruited Paysonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It typically grows in dry, sandy, and stony soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and wastelands.
Uses & Benefits
Paysonia lasiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Paysonia lasiocarpa sub. berlanderii (A.Gray) see O'Kane, Steve Lawrence & Al-Shehbaz
Paysonia lasiocarpa sub. heterochroma (S.Watson) O'Kane & Al-Shehbaz
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paysonia lasiocarpa is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paysonia lasiocarpa is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Paysonia lasiocarpa
Paysonia lasiocarpa is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming.
Paysonia lasiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paysonia lasiocarpa?
Paysonia lasiocarpa
What is the common name of Paysonia lasiocarpa?
Hairy-fruited Paysonia
Where is Paysonia lasiocarpa found?
It is found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil
Species in the Paysonia genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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