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Thompson's pincushion

Scientific Name: Chaenactis thompsonii

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: WA (Thompson's chaenactis)

       

Thompson's Pincushion (Chaenactis thompsonii)

Thompson's Pincushion, scientifically known as Chaenactis thompsonii, is a flowering plant belonging to the aster family (Asteraceae). It is also referred to as Thompson's Waterleaf (Hydrophyllum capitatum) or Grandma's Pincushion.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text states that Thompson's Pincushion is considered not safe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • The text states that Thompson's Pincushion is considered not safe for children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaenactis thompsonii Cronquist
  • Family: Asteraceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae (plants)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Chaenactis thompsonii Cronq.
    • Chaenactis thompsonii Cronquist (Banks ex Pursh) Greene, var. thompsonii (S. F. Blake ex J. W. Thompson) Cronquist

Distribution and Habitat

  • Chaenactis thompsonii is a North American species.
  • Specifically found in Wenatchee National Forest, Washington.
  • It has been found in Arizona, for a Mammillaria standleyi (Standley's pincushion cactus).
  • Also found at Longs Pass Trail.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.

Resources

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System)