Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
23409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(13): 24 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022738

Common Names

  • Humilis Chrysothamnus
  • Humilis Rabbitbrush
  • Humilis Low Rabbitbrush

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Description

Chrysothamnus humilis (also called Low Rabbitbrush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as deserts and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysothamnus humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysothamnus humilis has small yellow flowers, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysothamnus humilis is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in the spring. To propagate from division, dig up the plant and divide the root clump into several sections. Plant each section in a well-drained soil mix and water thoroughly.

Where to Find Chrysothamnus humilis

Chrysothamnus humilis is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and other open areas.

Chrysothamnus humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysothamnus humilis?

Chrysothamnus humilis

What is the natural habitat of Chrysothamnus humilis?

Grasslands of the western United States

What is the average height of Chrysothamnus humilis?

Up to 0.5 meters

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,

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