Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fremontii
ID:
22903

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , ser. 2, 4(1): 103 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022232

Common Names

  • Layia fremontii
  • Tanacetum kotschyi
  • Erigeron epiroticus

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Synonyms

  • Calliachyris fremontii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Blepharipappus fremontii Greene [unknown]

Description

Layia fremontii (also called Fremont's Tidytips, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found growing in dry and sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Layia fremontii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Layia fremontii is yellow in color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Layia fremontii is a perennial herb that is native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Layia fremontii

Layia fremontii can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Layia fremontii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Layia fremontii?

Layia fremontii

What is the common name of Layia fremontii?

Fremont's Tidy Tips

What is the natural habitat of Layia fremontii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States.

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-121493: 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.