Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Bot. California 1: 417 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081243
Common Names
- Scapose Raillardella
- Scapose Raillardiopsis
- Raillardella scaposa
Description
Raillardella scaposa (also called Stalked Raillardella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has long, thin stems with small, round, green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas, and in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Raillardella scaposa, commonly known as alpine daisy, is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Raillardella scaposa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raillardella scaposa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.
Where to Find Raillardella scaposa
Raillardella scaposa is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.
Raillardella scaposa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raillardella scaposa?
Raillardella scaposa
What is the natural habitat of Raillardella scaposa?
Raillardella scaposa is native to the western United States.
What type of soil does Raillardella scaposa prefer?
Raillardella scaposa prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
Species in the Raillardella genus
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,