Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kasakorum
ID:
122903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Iljin) M.V.Agab. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 60 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122232

Common Names

  • Kasakorum Rhaponticoides
  • Kasakorum Spearwort
  • Kasakorum Starwort

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Description

Rhaponticoides kasakorum (also called Kasak's Rhaponticoides, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaponticoides kasakorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some species of butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhaponticoides kasakorum is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaponticoides kasakorum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Rhaponticoides kasakorum

Rhaponticoides kasakorum is native to Russia and Kazakhstan. It can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and pastures.

Rhaponticoides kasakorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaponticoides kasakorum?

Rhaponticoides kasakorum

Where is Rhaponticoides kasakorum found?

Rhaponticoides kasakorum is found in the Caucasus region of Russia.

What type of plant is Rhaponticoides kasakorum?

Rhaponticoides kasakorum is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8341: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.
Mariam V. Agababjan (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Agab.' in the authors string.