Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
550286

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Coult. & Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Proc. Wash. Acad. Sci. 1: 143 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000549618



Common Names

  • Arracacia rigida
  • Rigid Arracacia
  • Rigid Root Vegetable


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Description

Arracacia rigida (also called Arracacia rigida, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a short stem and basal leaves, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It prefers moist soils and can be found in open areas, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Arracacia rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a root vegetable. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as a food source, as the leaves and roots are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arracacia rigida is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and oval with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arracacia rigida is a perennial herb that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to allow for adequate air circulation and space for growth. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Arracacia rigida

Arracacia rigida is native to the tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Arracacia rigida FAQ

What are the common names of Arracacia rigida?

Common names of Arracacia rigida include rigid aji and aji cachucha.

What is the climate range of Arracacia rigida?

Arracacia rigida is found in climates ranging from tropical to temperate.

What is the growth habit of Arracacia rigida?

Arracacia rigida is an upright perennial with a clumping habit.

Species in the Arracacia genus

Arracacia aegopodioides, Arracacia annulata, Arracacia anomala, Arracacia atropurpurea, Arracacia bracteata, Arracacia brandegeei, Arracacia chiapensis, Arracacia colombiana, Arracacia compacta, Arracacia donnell-smithii, Arracacia ebracteata, Arracacia elata, Arracacia equatorialis, Arracacia filipes, Arracacia fruticosa, Arracacia hemsleyana, Arracacia hintonii, Arracacia incisa, Arracacia longipedunculata, Arracacia macvaughii, Arracacia meyeri, Arracacia molseedii, Arracacia montana, Arracacia moschata, Arracacia nelsonii, Arracacia ovata, Arracacia papillosa, Arracacia peruviana, Arracacia pringlei, Arracacia pubescens, Arracacia purpusii, Arracacia quadrifida, Arracacia ravenii, Arracacia rigida, Arracacia schiedei, Arracacia schneideri, Arracacia tapalpae, Arracacia ternata, Arracacia tillettii, Arracacia tolucensis, Arracacia xanthorrhiza,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2653124: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.