Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
invenusta
ID:
77937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) W.A.Weber

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 85(1): 20. 1999 [1998 publ. 1999]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077266

Common Names

  • Agnorhiza Invenusta
  • Ugly-root
  • Bitterroot

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Synonyms

  • Balsamorhiza invenusta (Greene) Coville [unknown]
  • Helianthus invenustus Greene [unknown]
  • Wyethia invenusta (Greene) W.A.Weber [unknown]

Description

Agnorhiza invenusta (also called invenust agnorhiza, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and have toothed margins. It has small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Agnorhiza invenusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agnorhiza invenusta is a yellow-white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agnorhiza invenusta is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring. Deadhead spent flowers to promote re-blooming.

Where to Find Agnorhiza invenusta

Agnorhiza invenusta is native to the United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Agnorhiza invenusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agnorhiza invenusta?

Agnorhiza invenusta

What is the common name of Agnorhiza invenusta?

Invenust Agnorhiza

What is the habitat of Agnorhiza invenusta?

It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

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-339: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
William Alfred Weber (1918-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Weber' in the authors string.