Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbratalis
ID:
79602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 465 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078931

Common Names

  • Umbrella Acourtia
  • Umbrella Desertpeony
  • Umbrella Thoroughwort

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Description

Acourtia umbratalis (also called umbral acourtia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It grows in sandy soils and is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia umbratalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia umbratalis is a small, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia umbratalis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks.

Where to Find Acourtia umbratalis

Acourtia umbratalis is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woods and prairies.

Acourtia umbratalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia umbratalis?

Acourtia umbratalis

What is the common name of Acourtia umbratalis?

Umbrella Acourtia

What type of plant is Acourtia umbratalis?

Perennial

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-35520: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.