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Lemmon's brickellbush

Scientific Name: Brickellia lemmonii

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Lemmon's Brickellbush (Brickellia lemmonii)

Brickellia lemmonii, commonly known as Lemmon's brickellbush, is a North American species of flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Brickellia lemmonii A. Gray
  • Common Name: Lemmon's brickellbush
  • Family: Asteraceae (Daisy Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species

Subordinate Taxa

  • Brickellia lemmonii A. Gray var. lemmonii
  • Brickellia lemmonii A. Gray var. wootonii (Greene) B.L. Rob.

Distribution and Habitat

Brickellia lemmonii is native to northeastern and north-central North America, including Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth habit: Subshrub, forb/herb
  • Duration: Perennial
  • Leaves of Brickellia lemmonii var. lemmonii are 2 to 5 times longer than wide, indicating its identification as a lower elevation variety.

Ecological Role

Despite potential chemical defenses, brickellbushes serve as a food source for caterpillars.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Caterpillars feed on Brickellia lemmonii

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life: Provides statistics and data for Brickellia lemmonii.
  • Discover Life: Offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Brickellia lemmonii.
  • Garden Guides: Provides information on uses and gardening tips.
  • Pronouncekiwi: Offers audio pronunciation of "Lemmon's brickellbush."