Hymenopappus artemisiifolius, the oldplainsman, is a North American species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It has been found only in the south-central United States, in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Its natural habitat is in sandy soils of prairies and open woodlands.Hymenopappus artemisiifolius is a biennial herb up to 100 cm (39 in) tall. It produces 20-60 flower heads per stem, each head with 40–60 white, yellow, purple, or red disc flowers but no ray flowers. Its flowers attract butterflies. VarietiesHymenopappus artemisiifolius var. artemisiifolius - Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana Hymenopappus artemisiifolius var. riograndensis B.L.Turner - Río Grande Valley in southern Texas
How to keep Hymenopappus Artemisiifolius.
Pruning
Oldplainsman boasts feathery foliage and daisy-like flowers. To encourage strong growth, prune the plant in early spring by removing dead stems and cutting back to a healthy node. Pruning after it flowers helps rejuvenate the plant, improves air circulation, and lowers the risk of disease. Ensure you use clean, sharp tools to maintain the plant's health.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Hymenopappus
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Mature Height
- 91 cm to 1.8 m
Other names.
