Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 261 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113918
Common Names
- Mountain Koanophyllon
- Mountain Ragwort
- Mountain Groundsel
Synonyms
- Eupatorium montanum Sw. [unknown]
Description
Koanophyllon montanum (also called Mountain Koanophyllon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the United States. It grows up to 2 m in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Koanophyllon montanum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Koanophyllon montanum is a bright yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Koanophyllon montanum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in early spring or late fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge in about two weeks.
Where to Find Koanophyllon montanum
Koanophyllon montanum is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils.
Koanophyllon montanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon montanum?
Koanophyllon montanum
What is the common name of Koanophyllon montanum?
Mountain Koanophyllon
What is the habitat of Koanophyllon montanum?
Dry, rocky slopes
Species in the Koanophyllon genus
Koanophyllon puberulum,
Koanophyllon polyodon,
Koanophyllon poliystichum,
Koanophyllon heptaneurum,
Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii,
Koanophyllon hotteanum,
Koanophyllon richardsonii,
Koanophyllon minutifolium,
Koanophyllon clementis,
Koanophyllon semicrenatum,
Koanophyllon atroglandulosum,
Koanophyllon prinodes,
Koanophyllon hintoniorum,
Koanophyllon fuscum,
Koanophyllon chabrense,
Koanophyllon adamantium,
Koanophyllon mesoreopolum,
Koanophyllon hylonoma,
Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum,
Koanophyllon helianthemoides,
Koanophyllon silvaticum,
Koanophyllon hammatocladum,
Koanophyllon sagasteguii,
Koanophyllon scabriusculum,
Koanophyllon mornicola,
Koanophyllon eitenii,
Koanophyllon guerreroana,
Koanophyllon turquinense,
Koanophyllon subpurpureum,
Koanophyllon jenssenii,
Koanophyllon jaegerianum,
Koanophyllon reversum,
Koanophyllon thysanolepis,
Koanophyllon littorale,
Koanophyllon tetranthum,
Koanophyllon hidrodes,
Koanophyllon tatei,
Koanophyllon pittieri,
Koanophyllon sinaloensis,
Koanophyllon galeottii,
Koanophyllon albicaulis,
Koanophyllon galeana,
Koanophyllon calcicola,
Koanophyllon iteophyllum,
Koanophyllon baccharifolium,
Koanophyllon bullescens,
Koanophyllon nervosum,
Koanophyllon chalceorithales,
Koanophyllon tetranfolium,
Koanophyllon simillima,
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,