Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ambiguum
ID:
122059

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xix. (1883) 26.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121388

Common Names

  • Ambiguous Eriophyllum
  • Ambiguous Woolly Daisy
  • Ambiguous Star

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Synonyms

  • Eriophyllum parviflorum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Lasthenia ambigua A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum parishii Hall ex Constance [unknown]
  • Bahia ambigua (A.Gray) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eriophyllum ambiguum ambiguum [unknown]
  • Bahia parviflora A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Eriophyllum ambiguum (also called Woolly Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to North America and grows in meadows, pastures and other grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriophyllum ambiguum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriophyllum ambiguum var. paleaceum (Brandegee) Ferris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriophyllum ambiguum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriophyllum ambiguum is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Where to Find Eriophyllum ambiguum

Eriophyllum ambiguum can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

Eriophyllum ambiguum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriophyllum ambiguum?

Eriophyllum ambiguum

What is the common name of Eriophyllum ambiguum?

Ambiguous Woolly Sunflower

What is the family of Eriophyllum ambiguum?

Asteraceae

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-82609: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.