Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
tanacetifolia
ID:
583573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) P.H.Raven

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 16: 283 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582905

Common Names

  • Tanacetifolia Suncup
  • Tanacetifolia-flowered Suncup
  • Tansy-leaved Suncup

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Synonyms

  • Taraxia tikurana A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Oenothera tanacetifolia Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Camissonia tanacetifolia tanacetifolia [unknown]
  • Taraxia tanacetifolia Piper [unknown]

Description

Camissonia tanacetifolia (also called Tansy-leaf Sun Cup, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California, Arizona, and Nevada. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as chaparral, desert, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Camissonia tanacetifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Camissonia tanacetifolia sub. quadriperforata P.H.Raven

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camissonia tanacetifolia is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camissonia tanacetifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall and spreads rapidly by underground rhizomes. It is native to California and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and need light to germinate.

Where to Find Camissonia tanacetifolia

Camissonia tanacetifolia can be found in the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Camissonia tanacetifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camissonia tanacetifolia?

Camissonia tanacetifolia

What is the family of Camissonia tanacetifolia?

Onagraceae

What is the native range of Camissonia tanacetifolia?

North America

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2695100: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.