Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxum
ID:
1286050

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner & R.L.Hartm.) G.L.Nesom & B.L.Turner

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(3): 378 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285388

Common Names

  • Xanthisma paradoxum
  • Paradoxum Xanthisma
  • Paradoxum Yellowtops

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Description

Xanthisma paradoxum (also called Paradox Xanthisma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America and it is found in moist montane grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthisma paradoxum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xanthisma paradoxum is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthisma paradoxum is an easy-to-grow, fast-growing annual that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and root them in moist soil.

Where to Find Xanthisma paradoxum

Xanthisma paradoxum can be found in North America.

Xanthisma paradoxum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthisma paradoxum?

Xanthisma paradoxum

What is the common name of Xanthisma paradoxum?

Paradox Sunflower

What type of environment does Xanthisma paradoxum grow in?

Xanthisma paradoxum grows in dry, sunny environments such as open fields and roadsides.

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 tro-50327622: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Ronald Lee Hartman (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Hartm.' in the authors string.