Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 51: 170, fig (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138825
Common Names
- Ramonii Ferreyranthus
- Ferreyranthus Sunflower
- Ramonii Sunflower
Description
Ferreyranthus ramonii (also called Ramon's Ferreyranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ferreyranthus ramonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ferreyranthus ramonii has yellow flowers with five petals, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ferreyranthus ramonii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in a sunny location.
Where to Find Ferreyranthus ramonii
Ferreyranthus ramonii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is found in rocky areas and on cliffs at elevations of 2,500 to 4,000 meters.
Ferreyranthus ramonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ferreyranthus ramonii?
Ferreyranthus ramonii
What type of plant is Ferreyranthus ramonii?
It is a perennial herb of the daisy family.
Where does Ferreyranthus ramonii grow?
It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open areas.
Species in the Ferreyranthus 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,