Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callosa
ID:
40284

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 369 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039613

Common Names

  • Palafoxia callosa
  • Palafoxia
  • Callous Palafoxia

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Synonyms

  • Othake callosum Bush [unknown]
  • Palafoxia bella Cory [unknown]
  • Stevia callosa Cerv. [unknown]
  • Florestina callosa DC. [unknown]
  • Palafoxia callosa callosa [unknown]
  • Palafoxia callosa bella Shinners [unknown]
  • Polypteris callosa (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stevia callosa Nutt. [unknown]
  • Othake tenuifolium Raf. [unknown]
  • Polypteris callosa Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Palafoxia callosa (also called Texas palafox, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and typically grows in sandy soils in open areas such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Palafoxia callosa is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Palafoxia callosa are small, yellow-green in color, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are pale green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palafoxia callosa is an annual herb native to North America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Palafoxia callosa

Palafoxia callosa is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in desert scrub and grasslands.

Palafoxia callosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palafoxia callosa?

Palafoxia callosa

What type of plant is Palafoxia callosa?

Palafoxia callosa is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where does Palafoxia callosa grow?

Palafoxia callosa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-138316: 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.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.