Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
suffrutescens
ID:
3952

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Roque

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Taxon 50(4): 1159 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003281

Common Names

  • Richterago Suffrutescens
  • Bushy Everlasting
  • Bushy Cudweed

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Synonyms

  • Gochnatia suffrutescens Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Richterago suffrutescens (also called Rock Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, white flower head and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago suffrutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Richterago suffrutescens has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago suffrutescens is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps or by cuttings. The divisions should be done in spring or autumn and the cuttings should be taken in early summer.

Where to Find Richterago suffrutescens

Richterago suffrutescens is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Oriental.

Richterago suffrutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richterago suffrutescens?

Richterago suffrutescens

What type of soil does Richterago suffrutescens prefer?

Richterago suffrutescens prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

Where does Richterago suffrutescens grow?

Richterago suffrutescens grows in dry, open woods, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

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-103169: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.