Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist. 1: 111 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019787
Common Names
- Anisocoma Acaulis
- Stemless Anisocoma
- Stemless Tansy
Description
Anisocoma acaulis (also called Stemless Anisocoma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anisocoma acaulis has been used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisocoma acaulis has white daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves with toothed margins.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anisocoma acaulis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anisocoma acaulis
Anisocoma acaulis is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas in North America.
Anisocoma acaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisocoma acaulis?
Anisocoma acaulis
What is the family of Anisocoma acaulis?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Anisocoma acaulis?
Grasslands, scrub and open woodlands
Species in the Anisocoma 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,