Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 70: 92. 1991
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039506
Common Names
- Isocoma Humilis
- Humile Isocoma
- Humile False Goldenaster
Description
Isocoma humilis (also called low isocoma, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a hairy stem and yellow flowers. It is found in open woods, prairies, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Isocoma humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isocoma humilis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Isocoma humilis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in the spring and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Isocoma humilis
Isocoma humilis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.
Isocoma humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isocoma humilis?
Isocoma humilis
What is the common name of Isocoma humilis?
Low Isocoma
What is the family of Isocoma humilis?
Asteraceae
Species in the Isocoma genus
Isocoma tomentosa,
Isocoma arguta,
Isocoma gypsophila,
Isocoma drummondii,
Isocoma azteca,
Isocoma pluriflora,
Isocoma acradenia,
Isocoma rusbyi,
Isocoma felgeri,
Isocoma humilis,
Isocoma hartwegii,
Isocoma veneta,
Isocoma tenuisecta,
Isocoma menziesii,
Isocoma coronopifolia,
Isocoma tehuacana,
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,