Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nudicaulis
ID:
18664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 467 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017993

Common Names

  • Acourtia nudicaulis
  • Nakedstem Acourtia
  • Nakedstem Prairie-aster

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Synonyms

  • Perezia nudicaulis A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Acourtia nudicaulis (also called Nakedstem Acourtia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia nudicaulis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia nudicaulis is a small white or yellow flower with 4 petals. The seed is a small, oval-shaped seed with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia nudicaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10.

Where to Find Acourtia nudicaulis

Acourtia nudicaulis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and chaparral.

Acourtia nudicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia nudicaulis?

Acourtia nudicaulis

What is the common name of Acourtia nudicaulis?

Nakedstem Acourtia

Where is Acourtia nudicaulis found?

Acourtia nudicaulis is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

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-117407: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.