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chaffbush

Scientific Name: Amphipappus

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Fremont's Chaffbush (Amphipappus fremontii)

Fremont's Chaffbush, scientifically known as Amphipappus fremontii, is a distinctive plant with several common names including simply Chaffbush and Eytelia.

Considerations for Pets

  • Fremont's Chaffbush is a densely packed shrub with many branches.
  • One variety, Amphipappus fremontii var. spinosus, is described as "spiny."

Considerations for Children

  • Fremont's Chaffbush is a densely packed shrub with many branches.
  • One variety, Amphipappus fremontii var. spinosus, is described as "spiny."

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Amphipappus fremontii Torr. & A. Gray ex A. Gray
  • Common Names: Fremont's Chaffbush, Chaffbush, Eytelia
  • Family: Asteraceae (Daisy Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Rank: Species
  • Genus: Amphipappus Torr. & A. Gray
  • Synonyms/Related Species: Amphiachyris fremontii (Torr.)
  • Subspecies:
    • Amphipappus fremontii ssp. fremontii
    • Amphipappus fremontii ssp. spinosus
    • Amphipappus fremontii var. fremontii
    • Amphipappus fremontii var. spinosus

Distribution and Habitat

  • The floral region of Amphipappus is North America, specifically the Lower 48 states of the US.
  • One observation places it in the north end of Death Valley, California, at an elevation of 1500-2000 feet.
  • It is also found in Nevada.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Fremont's Chaffbush is described as a low, mounded, many-branched, and densely packed shrub.
  • It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
  • In summer, it assumes a white coloring.
  • It is an evergreen plant, retaining its leaves year-round.

Quirky Facts

  • The species epithet, fremontii, honors John C. Frémont, an explorer and politician.
  • The common name "eytelia" is in honor of artist Carl Eytel.
  • Amphipappus is a monotypic genus, meaning it contains only one species: Amphipappus fremontii.

Additional Information

  • Fremont's Chaffbush is considered a perennial plant.
  • It thrives in zones 9a-10b.

External Resources

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • uBio
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Plants Database
  • Biota of North America Program
  • Calflora
  • Dave's Garden
  • Garden Guides
  • Discover Life