Status:
valid
Authors:
M.G.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Gilbert 43(2): 188. 1988
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051291
Common Names
- Rubudjiensis Ethulia
- Rubudjiensis Pigweed
- Rubudjiensis Amaranth
Description
Ethulia rubudjiensis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other areas with moist soils. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ethulia rubudjiensis is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ethulia rubudjiensis is a small, white flower head with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ethulia rubudjiensis is a perennial plant that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Ethulia rubudjiensis
Ethulia rubudjiensis can be found in the dry grasslands of the Brazilian Cerrado, as well as in the Gran Chaco of Paraguay and Argentina.
Ethulia rubudjiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ethulia rubudjiensis?
Ethulia rubudjiensis
What is the common name of Ethulia rubudjiensis?
Rubudji Daisy
What is the habitat of Ethulia rubudjiensis?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Ethulia genus
Ethulia luzonica,
Ethulia ruhudjiensis,
Ethulia triflora,
Ethulia bicostata,
Ethulia scheffleri,
Ethulia greenwayi,
Ethulia ngorongoroensis,
Ethulia paucifructa,
Ethulia rubudjiensis,
Ethulia gracilis,
Ethulia acuminata,
Ethulia burundiensis,
Ethulia conyzoides,
Ethulia faulknerae,
Ethulia rhizomata,
Ethulia gracilis,
Ethulia vernonioides,
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,