Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cooperi
ID:
3455

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 176 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002784

Common Names

  • Cooper's Psilostrophe
  • Cooper's Paperflower
  • Cooper's Rabbitbrush

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Description

Psilostrophe cooperi (also called Cooper's psilostrophe, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psilostrophe cooperi, commonly known as paperflower, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psilostrophe cooperi has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psilostrophe cooperi is a perennial plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting can be done in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Psilostrophe cooperi

Psilostrophe cooperi is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and scrublands.

Psilostrophe cooperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psilostrophe cooperi?

Psilostrophe cooperi

What is the common name of Psilostrophe cooperi?

Cooper's Horsebrush

What is the natural habitat of Psilostrophe cooperi?

Dry, rocky slopes and plains in the western United States

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-102682: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.