Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosthornii
ID:
28614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Babc. & Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 484: 92 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027943

Common Names

  • Youngia rosthornii
  • Chinese Hawkweed
  • Rosthorn's Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Crepis japonica foliosa Matsuda [unknown]
  • Crepis rosthornii Diels [unknown]

Description

Youngia rosthornii (also called Rosthorn's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the daisy family. It is native to eastern Asia, where it grows in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia rosthornii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Youngia rosthornii is yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia rosthornii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C. It is also tolerant of salt and air pollution.

Where to Find Youngia rosthornii

Youngia rosthornii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, and Zhejiang.

Youngia rosthornii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Youngia rosthornii?

Youngia rosthornii

What is the common name of Youngia rosthornii?

Rosthorn's youngia

What is the habitat of Youngia rosthornii?

Youngia rosthornii is found in dry, open woodlands, chaparral, and grasslands.

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-127008: 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.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.