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neststraw
Scientific Name: Ancistrocarphus
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
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Neststraw (Stylocline spp.)
The term "neststraw" is a common name that can refer to several plants, particularly those belonging to the genus Stylocline. This analysis will focus on what the text reveals about this genus and related plants.
Considerations for Pets
- The term neststraw is also commonly used to describe bird nests made of straw, often sold for pets. Consider this if your pet tends to chew or ingest small items.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Stylocline Nutt.
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)
- Common Names: Neststraw, Everlasting Nest-straw, Desert Nest Straw, Woollyhead Neststraw, Mason's Neststraw, Mountain Neststraw
- Species Examples:
- Stylocline gnaphaloides (Everlasting Nest-straw, Mountain Neststraw)
- Stylocline citroleum (Oil Neststraw)
- Stylocline micropoides (Woollyhead Neststraw, Desert Nest Straw)
- Stylocline masonii (Mason's Neststraw)
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: The text mentions "False Neststraw" as related to Ancistrocarphus filagineus.
Distribution and Habitat
- Stylocline species are native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
- Stylocline gnaphaloides is found in southern California, Arizona, and adjacent regions.
Morphological Characteristics
- Stylocline gnaphaloides is described as a tiny annual herb.
- It typically has one to several stems at the base and is taprooted.
Related Resources
- Discover Life offers information about Ancistrocarphus filagineus (False Neststraw).
- Wikimedia Commons is suggested as a source for images of Neststraw.