Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papposa
ID:
78134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv. & Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , ser. 2, 4: 62 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077463

Common Names

  • Pectis Papposa
  • Coyote Thistle
  • Papposa Pectis

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Synonyms

  • Pectis tenella Rothr. [unknown]

Description

Pectis papposa (also called Chinch Weed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to the Americas, and is found in dry, sandy, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pectis papposa is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pectis papposa is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pectis papposa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Pectis papposa

Pectis papposa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, prairies, and roadsides.

Pectis papposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pectis papposa?

Pectis papposa

What is the common name of Pectis papposa?

Pectis

Where is Pectis papposa found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Pectis genus

Pectis leonis, Pectis exilis, Pectis canescens, Pectis arida, Pectis juniperina, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis domingensis, Pectis burchellii, Pectis subsquarrosa, Pectis vandevenderi, Pectis ericifolia, Pectis coulteri, Pectis cubensis, Pectis liebmannii, Pectis bonplandiana, Pectis decemcarinata, Pectis angustifolia, Pectis humifusa, Pectis exserta, Pectis pinosia, Pectis stenophylla, Pectis substriata, Pectis decumbens, Pectis amplifolia, Pectis monocephala, Pectis fasciculiflora, Pectis caymanensis, Pectis christii, Pectis peruviana, Pectis luckoviae, Pectis havanensis, Pectis schaffneri, Pectis pringlei, Pectis tenuicaulis, Pectis pusilla, Pectis brevipedunculata, Pectis imberbis, Pectis hassleri, Pectis gardneri, Pectis congesta, Pectis oligocephala, Pectis congesta, Pectis sessiliflora, Pectis carthusianorum, Pectis pygmaea, Pectis mornicola, Pectis brevicaulis, Pectis cajamarcana, Pectis leavenworthii, Pectis latisquama,

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-34089: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Samuel Frederick Gray (1766-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gray' in the authors string.