Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosa
ID:
42165

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041494

Common Names

  • Rhodanthe Corymbosa
  • Corymb Daisy
  • Corymb Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Helipterum corymbosum (A.Gray) Benth. [unknown]
  • Pteropogon corymbosus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Helipterum album Ewart [unknown]
  • Argyrocome corymbosum (A.Gray) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthe corymbosa (also called 'Maiden Pink', 'Maiden Daisy' and 'Maiden's Blush', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Australia. It is an annual herb with linear leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in grassland regions.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthe corymbosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its attractive foliage. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodanthe corymbosa has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthe corymbosa is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rhodanthe corymbosa

Rhodanthe corymbosa can be found in dry, sandy soils in Australia.

Rhodanthe corymbosa FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Rhodanthe corymbosa?

Rhodanthe corymbosa prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Rhodanthe corymbosa?

Rhodanthe corymbosa prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How much sunlight does Rhodanthe corymbosa need?

Rhodanthe corymbosa prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Rhodanthe genus

Rhodanthe pollackii, Rhodanthe maryonii, Rhodanthe nullarborensis, Rhodanthe charsleyae, Rhodanthe corymbiflora, Rhodanthe citrina, Rhodanthe pygmaea, Rhodanthe microglossa, Rhodanthe polygalifolia, Rhodanthe fuscescens, Rhodanthe troedelii, Rhodanthe manglesii, Rhodanthe sphaerocephala, Rhodanthe floribunda, Rhodanthe frenchii, Rhodanthe gossypina, Rhodanthe stricta, Rhodanthe propinqua, Rhodanthe polycephala, Rhodanthe rufescens, Rhodanthe corymbosa, Rhodanthe humboldtiana, Rhodanthe laevis, Rhodanthe uniflora, Rhodanthe spicata, Rhodanthe cremea, Rhodanthe sterilescens, Rhodanthe stuartiana, Rhodanthe forrestii, Rhodanthe heterantha, Rhodanthe moschata, Rhodanthe diffusa, Rhodanthe ascendens, Rhodanthe psammophila, Rhodanthe haigii, Rhodanthe anthemoides, Rhodanthe condensata, Rhodanthe chlorocephala, Rhodanthe margarethae, Rhodanthe tietkensii, Rhodanthe pyrethrum, Rhodanthe battii, Rhodanthe polyphylla, Rhodanthe oppositifolia, Rhodanthe moschata, Rhodanthe collina, Rhodanthe rubella,

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-140124: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.