Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
burridgeanum
ID:
65906

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 41: 146 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065235

Common Names

  • Thelesperma burridgeanum
  • Burridge's Threadstem
  • Burridge's Greenthread

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Description

Thelesperma burridgeanum (also called Burridge's Greenthread, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a sprawling habit and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often used as a bedding plant or in containers.

Uses & Benefits

Thelesperma burridgeanum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thelesperma burridgeanum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower that blooms in late spring and early summer. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelesperma burridgeanum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Thelesperma burridgeanum

Thelesperma burridgeanum can be found in the southwestern United States, from Texas to California and north to Idaho and Utah.

Thelesperma burridgeanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelesperma burridgeanum?

Thelesperma burridgeanum

What is the common name of Thelesperma burridgeanum?

Burridge's Greenthread

What is the natural habitat of Thelesperma burridgeanum?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-2216: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.