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grassland moonshine

Scientific Name: Deinandra increscens

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Grassland Moonshine: A Botanical Overview

This page provides information about the plant known as Grassland Moonshine, encompassing its identification, uses, and other relevant details. It should be noted that the name "Grassland Moonshine" may refer to several different plants.

Considerations for Pets

  • According to the provided text, the plant referred to as "Grassland Moonshine" has been rated as unsafe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • According to the provided text, the plant referred to as "Grassland Moonshine" has been rated as unsafe for children.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Common Names: Grassland Moonshine, Livermore Moonshine, Grassland Tarweed, Livermore Tarplant.
  • Scientific Names: The name "Grassland Moonshine" appears to be associated with several scientific names. These include:
    • Deinandra increscens (Hall ex Keck) B.G. Baldwin - Grassland Moonshine
    • Deinandra bacigalupii B.G. Baldwin - Livermore Moonshine
    • Deinandra increscens ssp. increscens (H.M. Hall ex D.D. Keck) B.G. Baldw. - grassland tarweed.
    • Deinandra increscens ssp. foliosa

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is mentioned that the plant called "Grassland Moonshine" grows large in size.
  • In the summer, it assumes a white coloring.
  • It is an evergreen plant, meaning it retains its leaves throughout the year.

Distribution and Habitat

  • One species, possibly related to "Grassland Moonshine" typically grows on rocky slopes in the Chihuahuan desert grassland between 3,000 and 6,500 feet above sea level.
  • The plant has also been associated with grasslands in general.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Moonshine" appears in connection with several locations, events, or products unrelated to the plant, such as the Moonshine Gulch Saloon, Ole Smoky Moonshine, and even Mongolian mare's milk moonshine.

Resources and Further Information

  • EOL Project (Encyclopedia of Life) is mentioned as a source for additional details about the habitat of Achillea clypeolata 'Moonshine Yarrow'.