Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(14): 45 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118206
Common Names
- Many-stemmed Oonopsis
- Oonopsis multicaulis
- Many-stemmed Goldeneye
Synonyms
- Oonopsis argillacea A.Nelson [unknown]
- Haplopappus multicaulis A.Gray [unknown]
- Aster multicaulis Kuntze [unknown]
- Stenotus multicaulis Nutt. [unknown]
Description
Oonopsis multicaulis (also called Many-stemmed Oonopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb with a woody base, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the western United States, and typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Oonopsis multicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oonopsis multicaulis is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a short, thick stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oonopsis multicaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the plant in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Oonopsis multicaulis
Oonopsis multicaulis can be found in the western United States, including Arizona, California, Colorado, and Utah.
Oonopsis multicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oonopsis multicaulis?
Oonopsis multicaulis
What type of plant is Oonopsis multicaulis?
Oonopsis multicaulis is a perennial herb.
Where is Oonopsis multicaulis native to?
Oonopsis multicaulis is native to western North America.
Species in the Oonopsis genus
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,