Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentachaeta
ID:
42586

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Parke, Bot. iv. 108., t. 16

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041915

Common Names

  • Layia Pentachaeta
  • Five-Lobed Tidytips
  • Five-Lobed Layia

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Synonyms

  • Layia pentachaeta pentachaeta [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus pentachaetus (A.Gray) Greene [unknown]

Description

Layia pentachaeta (also called five-rayed layia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a hairy stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. It is found in grasslands, open forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Layia pentachaeta is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Layia pentachaeta sub. pentachaeta
Layia pentachaeta sub. albida D.D.Keck

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Layia pentachaeta has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Layia pentachaeta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Layia pentachaeta

Layia pentachaeta can be found in sandy soils in the southwestern United States.

Layia pentachaeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Layia pentachaeta?

Layia pentachaeta

What is the common name of Layia pentachaeta?

Five-rayed Tidytips

Where is Layia pentachaeta found?

It is found in western North America

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-14054: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.