Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
absinthifolia
ID:
1334734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) B.G.Baldwin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65(5): 1075 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347188

Common Names

  • Picradeniopsis absinthifolia
  • Wormwood-leaved Picradeniopsis
  • Absinthifolia Picradeniopsis

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Description

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia (also called Wormseed Broomrape, among many other common names) is a small annual plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and grows in open areas, such as grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Picradeniopsis absinthifolia

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picradeniopsis absinthifolia?

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia

What is the common name of Picradeniopsis absinthifolia?

Picradeniopsis

What are the characteristics of Picradeniopsis absinthifolia?

Picradeniopsis absinthifolia is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.