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
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.
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,