Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
xanthocomoides
ID:
18595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Larsen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 20: 33 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017924

Common Names

  • Astranthium Xanthocomoides
  • Yellow-stemmed Astranthium
  • Astranthium

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Synonyms

  • Bellis xanthocomoides (Less.) A.Gray ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Brachyscome xanthocomoides Less. [unknown]

Description

Astranthium xanthocomoides (also called Yellow-stemmed Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the deserts of North America. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astranthium xanthocomoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astranthium xanthocomoides is a small, white flower with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astranthium xanthocomoides is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is also tolerant of a range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Astranthium xanthocomoides

Astranthium xanthocomoides can be found in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala.

Astranthium xanthocomoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astranthium xanthocomoides?

Astranthium xanthocomoides

What is the common name of Astranthium xanthocomoides?

Xanthocomoides

Where is Astranthium xanthocomoides found?

Astranthium xanthocomoides is found in the United States.

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-117340: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Esther Louise Larsen (b.1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Larsen' in the authors string.