Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
88349

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 500 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087678



Common Names

  • Cullumia rigida
  • Rigid Cullumia
  • Rigid Lamb's Lettuce


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Description

Cullumia rigida (also called 'Rigid Cullumia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has linear leaves. Its flowers are yellow and it is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cullumia rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cullumia rigida has small yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cullumia rigida is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate by seed in spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.

Where to Find Cullumia rigida

Cullumia rigida is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and woodlands.

Cullumia rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cullumia rigida?

Cullumia rigida

What type of plant is Cullumia rigida?

Cullumia rigida is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Cullumia rigida?

Cullumia rigida is native to the Mediterranean region

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,

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