Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prattii
ID:
53282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Babc.) Babc. & Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 484: 81 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052611

Common Names

  • Prattii Youngia
  • Pratt's Youngia
  • Pratt's Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Crepis prattii Babc. [unknown]

Description

Youngia prattii (also called Pratt's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia prattii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Youngia prattii has yellow flowers, with a single seed per flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia prattii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and will tolerate some drought. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Youngia prattii

Youngia prattii can be found in the United States, primarily in the western states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It is also found in parts of Canada, Mexico, and Central America.

Youngia prattii FAQ

What are the common names of Youngia prattii?

Youngia prattii is commonly known as Pratt's Hawkweed.

What is the natural habitat of Youngia prattii?

Youngia prattii is native to grasslands and open woodlands in North America.

What is the preferred soil type for Youngia prattii?

Youngia prattii prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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-151175: Based on the initial data import
E. B. Babcock (1877-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Babc.' in the authors string.
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.