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Hooker's scratchdaisy
Scientific Name: Croptilon hookerianum var. graniticum
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Hooker's Scratchdaisy (Croptilon hookerianum)
Croptilon hookerianum, commonly known as Hooker's scratchdaisy, is a North American species of flowering plant.
Considerations for Pets
- Based on available information, Hooker's Scratchdaisy is rated as "No" indicating it may not be safe for dogs.
- Based on available information, Hooker's Scratchdaisy is rated as "No" indicating it may not be safe for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Croptilon hookerianum (Torr. & A. Gray) House
- Common Name: Hooker's scratchdaisy
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster or Sunflower Family)
- Synonym: Isopappus hookerianus Torrey & A. Gray
- Varieties:
- Croptilon hookerianum var. validum (Rydb.) E.B. Sm.
- Croptilon hookerianum var. hookerianum
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America.
- Found in locations such as Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb
- Duration: Annual
Related Species
- Croptilon divaricatum (Nutt.) Raf. slender scratchdaisy
- Croptilon rigidifolium (E.B. Sm.) E.B. Sm. - Stiffleaf Scratchdaisy
Resources
- Dave's Garden provides information and a community for gardeners.
- Garden Guides offers plant information and gardening advice.
- Flora of North America Vol. 20
- United States Department of Agriculture
- ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System)