Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
speciosum
ID:
18889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Sida 11(4): 378. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018218

Common Names

  • Showy Adenophyllum
  • Showy Desert-thorn
  • Showy Desert-thistle

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Synonyms

  • Dyssodia speciosa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Lebetina speciosa A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Clomenocoma speciosa Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Adenophyllum speciosum (also called 'Showy Adenophyllum', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a smooth stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Adenophyllum speciosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenophyllum speciosum flowers are yellow and have a single head. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenophyllum speciosum is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or fall. It is best to start the seeds indoors and then transplant them outdoors when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart.

Where to Find Adenophyllum speciosum

Adenophyllum speciosum can be found in the southwestern United States, including parts of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Adenophyllum speciosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenophyllum speciosum?

Adenophyllum speciosum

What is the natural habitat of Adenophyllum speciosum?

Adenophyllum speciosum is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

What are the common names of Adenophyllum speciosum?

Common names for Adenophyllum speciosum include showy adenophyllum, showy adenophyllum, and showy adenophyllum.

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-117619: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.