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Cusick's pincushion

Scientific Name: Chaenactis cusickii

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Chaenactis cusickii

Chaenactis cusickii, a member of the aster family (Asteraceae), is commonly known as Cusick's pincushion or Morning brides.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chaenactis cusickii A. Gray
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: (Not explicitly stated, but the text references synonyms within the context of other pincushion species.)
  • Accepted Name: Chaenactis cusickii A. Gray

Distribution and Habitat

Chaenactis cusickii is a North American species. Specific locations mentioned include the Poison Creek and Elephant Butte allotments. Owyhee River

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
  • Duration: Annual
  • Size: Plants are typically 3.5–10(–15) cm tall.

Ecological Role

Chaenactis cusickii is mentioned in the context of various ecological surveys and lists, suggesting its presence within specific plant communities.

Further Information

The text mentions ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) as a resource, with a specific TSN (Taxonomic Serial Number) of 36986 for Chaenactis cusickii.

Quirky Facts

  • The common name "Morning brides" is used for Chaenactis cusickii.
  • The species is named after American botanist William Conklin Cusick.