Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 82(3): 232 (1981): (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044008
Common Names
- Phylicifolia Tenrhynea
- Tenrhynea
- Tenrhynea Phylicifolia
Synonyms
- Cassinia phylicifolia J.M.Wood [unknown]
- Rhynea phylicifolia DC. [unknown]
Description
Tenrhynea phylicifolia (also called Phylicifolia Tenrhynea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of western North America. It has white or pink flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tenrhynea phylicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tenrhynea phylicifolia is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tenrhynea phylicifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed, division, or root cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Root cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall and should be planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Tenrhynea phylicifolia
Tenrhynea phylicifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found growing in rocky, open habitats.
Tenrhynea phylicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tenrhynea phylicifolia?
Tenrhynea phylicifolia
What type of plant is Tenrhynea phylicifolia?
It is a shrub
Where is Tenrhynea phylicifolia found?
It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Tenrhynea genus
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Abrotanella forsterioides,
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Achillea sieheana,
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