Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.B.Sm.) E.B.Sm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Sida 9(1): 60. 1981
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078930
Common Names
- Rigidleaf Croptilon
- Rigidleaf False Dandelion
- Rigidleaf Puffball
Description
Croptilon rigidifolium (also called rigidleaf croptilon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows in sandy soils and is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Croptilon rigidifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Croptilon rigidifolium is a small, yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Croptilon rigidifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks.
Where to Find Croptilon rigidifolium
Croptilon rigidifolium is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woods and prairies.
Croptilon rigidifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Croptilon rigidifolium?
Croptilon rigidifolium
What is the common name of Croptilon rigidifolium?
Rigidleaf Croptilon
What type of plant is Croptilon rigidifolium?
Perennial
Species in the Croptilon genus
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,