Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glomerata
ID:
34309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 45: 468 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033638

Common Names

  • Riencourtia Glomerata
  • Clustered Riencourtia
  • Clustered False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Riencourtia spiculifera Cass. [unknown]
  • Tetrantha suaveolens Poit. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Riencourtia glomerata (also called Clustered Riencourtia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Riencourtia glomerata is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Riencourtia glomerata is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a white center and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Riencourtia glomerata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It should be grown in well-draining soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Riencourtia glomerata

Riencourtia glomerata is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Riencourtia glomerata FAQ

What type of plant is Riencourtia glomerata?

Riencourtia glomerata is a species of herb in the Asteraceae family.

Where is Riencourtia glomerata native to?

Riencourtia glomerata is native to South America.

What are the characteristics of Riencourtia glomerata?

Riencourtia glomerata is an herb that grows up to 1 m tall and has white flowers with yellow centers.

Species in the Asteraceae family

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