Status:
valid
Authors:
R.P.Roberts, Urbatsch & J.Anderson
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Sida 21(3): 1558 (-1560; fig. 1) (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013377
Common Names
- Arizona Ericameria
- Arizona Goldenbush
- Arizona Rabbitbrush
Description
Ericameria arizonica (also called Arizona Goldenbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has a woody stem and its leaves are linear and dentate. It grows in dry, sandy and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ericameria arizonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ericameria arizonica are small, yellow-green in color, and have a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard, shiny outer coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, pale green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ericameria arizonica is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires minimal maintenance and can be pruned in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Ericameria arizonica
Ericameria arizonica is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in states such as Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah.
Ericameria arizonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ericameria arizonica?
Ericameria arizonica
What is the common name of Ericameria arizonica?
Arizona Rabbitbrush
Where is Ericameria arizonica native to?
Southwestern United States
Species in the Ericameria genus
Ericameria linearis,
Ericameria parishii,
Ericameria arizonica,
Ericameria cooperi,
Ericameria teretifolia,
Ericameria palmeri,
Ericameria ericoides,
Ericameria bolanderi,
Ericameria nana,
Ericameria gilmanii,
Ericameria laricifolia,
Ericameria linearifolia,
Ericameria bloomeri,
Ericameria resinosa,
Ericameria suffruticosa,
Ericameria obovata,
Ericameria cervina,
Ericameria pinifolia,
Ericameria juarezensis,
Ericameria fasciculata,
Ericameria martirensis,
Ericameria paniculata,
Ericameria greenei,
Ericameria watsonii,
Ericameria brachylepis,
Ericameria nauseosa,
Ericameria viscosa,
Ericameria zionis,
Ericameria albida,
Ericameria crispa,
Ericameria discoidea,
Ericameria winwardii,
Ericameria sonorensis,
Ericameria lignumviridis,
Ericameria greenei,
Ericameria arborescens,
Ericameria cuneata,
Ericameria parryi,
Ericameria uintahensis,
Ericameria ophitidis,
Ericameria compacta,
Ericameria discoidea,
Ericameria monocephala,
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
James Anderson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Anderson' in the authors string.