Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terminalis
ID:
128180

Status:
valid

Authors:
Babc. & Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 484: 85 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127509

Common Names

  • Youngia terminalis
  • Terminal Hawk's-beard
  • Yellow Hawk's-beard

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Description

Youngia terminalis (also called terminal hawk's-beard, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Youngia terminalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments like fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Youngia terminalis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Youngia terminalis is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Youngia terminalis

Youngia terminalis is native to China and Japan. It can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannas.

Youngia terminalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Youngia terminalis?

Youngia terminalis

What is the family of Youngia terminalis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Youngia terminalis?

Terminal Hawk's-beard

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-88508: 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.