Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
riedelii
ID:
47353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(2): 124. 1873 [1 Jun 1873]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046682

Common Names

  • Riedelii Piptocarpha
  • Riedelii Piptocarpha Plant
  • Riedelii Piptocarpha Flower

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Description

Piptocarpha riedelii (also called Riedel's Piptocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has white flowers and is native to South America, where it is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocarpha riedelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piptocarpha riedelii has small, white, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocarpha riedelii is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. Seeds can be sown in the autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Piptocarpha riedelii

Piptocarpha riedelii is native to South America and can be found in open, grassy areas.

Piptocarpha riedelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocarpha riedelii?

Piptocarpha riedelii

What type of plant is Piptocarpha riedelii?

Piptocarpha riedelii is a herbaceous perennial

Where does Piptocarpha riedelii grow?

Piptocarpha riedelii is native to Brazil

Species in the Piptocarpha genus

Piptocarpha canescens, Piptocarpha steyermarkii, Piptocarpha quadrangularis, Piptocarpha tomentosa, Piptocarpha ramiflora, Piptocarpha poeppigiana, Piptocarpha gutierrezii, Piptocarpha oblonga, Piptocarpha geraldsmithii, Piptocarpha lucida, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha opaca, Piptocarpha notata, Piptocarpha organensis, Piptocarpha jonesiana, Piptocarpha isotrichia, Piptocarpha vasquezii, Piptocarpha riedelii, Piptocarpha klugii, Piptocarpha densifolia, Piptocarpha obovata, Piptocarpha subcorymbosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha stifftioides, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha gustavo-valerioana, Piptocarpha triflora, Piptocarpha auyantepuiensis, Piptocarpha ramboi, Piptocarpha rotundifolia, Piptocarpha macropoda, Piptocarpha sellovii, Piptocarpha opacs, Piptocarpha lechleri, Piptocarpha richteri, Piptocarpha axlllaris, Piptocarpha boyacensis, Piptocarpha tetrantha, Piptocarpha leprosa, Piptocarpha verticillata, Piptocarpha megaphylla, Piptocarpha robusta, Piptocarpha matogrossensis, Piptocarpha atratoensis, Piptocarpha asterotricha, Piptocarpha prancei, Piptocarpha angustifolia, Piptocarpha brasiliana, Piptocarpha axillaris,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:238473-1: Based on the initial data import