Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bellidiforme
ID:
20839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist. 1: 106 (-107) (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020168

Common Names

  • Monoptilon Bellidiforme
  • Desert Star
  • Desert Sunflower

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Description

Monoptilon bellidiforme (also called Desert Star, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has white flowers with yellow centers and grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Monoptilon bellidiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monoptilon bellidiforme has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monoptilon bellidiforme is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Monoptilon bellidiforme

Monoptilon bellidiforme can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Monoptilon bellidiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monoptilon bellidiforme?

Monoptilon bellidiforme

What is the common name of Monoptilon bellidiforme?

Monoptilon

What is the natural habitat of Monoptilon bellidiforme?

Deserts and dry grasslands

Species in the Monoptilon genus

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-11950: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.