Dyssodia papposa

Dyssodia papposa

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Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Dyssodia
Species:
D. papposa
Binomial name
Dyssodia papposa
Synonyms
  • Boebera papposa (Vent.) Rydb. ex Britton
  • Tagetes papposa Vent.

Dyssodia papposa is a species of annual herbaceous forb in the genus Dyssodia, commonly known as fetid marigold or prairie dogweed. It is native to North America and parts of the Southwest, extending into the Northeast. The plant has been used by Native Americans to treat multiple medical conditions.