Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
skutchii
ID:
139466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) R.K.Jansen, N.A.Harriman & Urbatsch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 7(4): 481. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138795

Common Names

  • Squamopappus skutchii
  • Skutch's Squamopappus
  • Skutch's Star-thistle

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Description

Squamopappus skutchii (also called 'Skutch's Squamopappus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Squamopappus skutchii is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas where it is not too cold. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Squamopappus skutchii is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seeds of this plant are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings of Squamopappus skutchii are small, with thin stems and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Squamopappus skutchii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Squamopappus skutchii

Squamopappus skutchii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Zacatecas.

Squamopappus skutchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Squamopappus skutchii?

Squamopappus skutchii

What type of plant is Squamopappus skutchii?

It is a perennial herb of the daisy family.

Where does Squamopappus skutchii grow?

It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open areas.

Species in the Squamopappus 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-99423: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.
Robert K. Jansen (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Jansen' in the authors string.
Neil A. Harriman (1938-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Harriman' in the authors string.