Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xanthocephalus
ID:
124053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Madroño 38: 199 (fig. 1) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123382

Common Names

  • Yermo Goldhead
  • Xanthocephalus
  • Yermo

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Description

Yermo xanthocephalus (also called Yellowhead, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It has small yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Yermo xanthocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Yermo xanthocephalus has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Yermo xanthocephalus is a low-maintenance perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Divide the plant in early spring or fall, or sow seeds in spring or summer.

Where to Find Yermo xanthocephalus

Yermo xanthocephalus is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as meadows, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Yermo xanthocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Yermo xanthocephalus?

Yermo xanthocephalus

What is the common name of Yermo xanthocephalus?

Yellow-headed Yermo

Where is Yermo xanthocephalus found?

It is found in the temperate regions of North America

Species in the Yermo 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-84526: Based on the initial data import
Robert D. Dorn (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorn' in the authors string.