Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gymnospermoides
ID:
4797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 249 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004126

Common Names

  • Gymnospermoides Xanthocephalum
  • Gymnospermoides Xanthocephalum
  • Gymnospermoides Xanthocephalum

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Synonyms

  • Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides gymnospermoides [unknown]
  • Gutierrezia gymnospermoides A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides (also called Gymnosperm Conehead, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to North America. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides sub. gymnospermoides
Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides var. eglandulosum McVaugh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and poor soils. It is best grown in areas with mild winters and hot summers.

Where to Find Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides?

Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides

What is the common name of Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides?

Gymnospermoides Xanthocephalum

What type of plant is Xanthocephalum gymnospermoides?

Perennial herbaceous plant

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-103977: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.