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tasselflower brickellbush

Scientific Name: Brickellia grandiflora

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Brickellia grandiflora

Brickellia grandiflora is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). It is commonly known as tasselflower brickellbush.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Brickellia grandiflora (Hook.) Nutt.
  • Family: Asteraceae (Daisy or Sunflower family)
  • Synonyms: Brickellia grandiflorum Hook.

Common Names

  • Tasselflower Brickellbush
  • Large-flowered Brickelbush
  • Large-flowered Brickellia
  • Tasselflower Brickellia
  • Tassel-flower Brickellbush

Distribution and Habitat

Brickellia grandiflora is native to western North America and widespread across much of the west and southwest USA. Specifically mentioned locations include Arizona and Poverty Gulch.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a subshrub forb/herb.
  • It is a perennial plant.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Brickellbushes serve as food for caterpillars.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. An illustrated flora of the northern United States, Canada and the British Possessions.
  • Dave's Garden
  • Discover Life