Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) R.L.Hartm. & M.A.Lane
Source:
gcc
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 83(3): 369 (1996): (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059425
Common Names
- Rayjacksonia aurea
- Golden Rayjacksonia
- Golden Daisy Bush
Synonyms
- Haplopappus aureus A.Gray [unknown]
- Aster aureus Kuntze [unknown]
- Machaeranthera aurea (A.Gray) Shinners [unknown]
- Sideranthus aureus Small [unknown]
Description
Rayjacksonia aurea (also called Golden Rayjacksonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rayjacksonia aurea is a flowering plant that is often grown in gardens for its ornamental value. It is also used medicinally to treat skin ailments, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rayjacksonia aurea are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rayjacksonia aurea is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed.
Where to Find Rayjacksonia aurea
Rayjacksonia aurea can be found in the southeastern United States, including Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Rayjacksonia aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rayjacksonia aurea?
Rayjacksonia aurea
What is the common name of Rayjacksonia aurea?
Golden Rayjacksonia
What is the natural habitat of Rayjacksonia aurea?
It is native to California and Baja California, Mexico
Species in the Rayjacksonia 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,