Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subsimilis
ID:
81769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f.) Kovalevsk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 9: 270 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081098

Common Names

  • Subsimilis Tanacetopsis
  • Subsimilis Tansy-Leaf
  • Subsimilis Tansy-Leaf Aster

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Synonyms

  • Chrysanthemum subsimile Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Cancrinia subsimilis (Rech.f.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Tanacetum subsimile (Rech.f.) Kovalevsk. [unknown]

Description

Tanacetopsis subsimilis (also called False Tansy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, oval leaves with a silvery-green hue. It produces small, yellow flowers with five petals. It is commonly found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetopsis subsimilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tanacetopsis subsimilis is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetopsis subsimilis is a perennial that is best grown in full sun. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring, or from cuttings taken in late summer. It can also be propagated from division in spring.

Where to Find Tanacetopsis subsimilis

Tanacetopsis subsimilis is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas.

Tanacetopsis subsimilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetopsis subsimilis?

Tanacetopsis subsimilis

What is the family of Tanacetopsis subsimilis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Tanacetopsis subsimilis?

Subsimilar Tansyaster

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-37654: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Sofja S. Kovalevskaja (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kovalevsk.' in the authors string.