Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
riparia
ID:
135051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 196 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134380



Common Names

  • Riparian Flourensia
  • Desert Flourensia
  • Rough Flourensia


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Synonyms

  • Helianthus riparia (Griseb.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Helianthus riparius (Griseb.) Kuntze [deprecated]

Description

Flourensia riparia (also called Riverbank Tarweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Flourensia riparia is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Flourensia riparia is yellow and has a single row of ray florets. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Flourensia riparia is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in early spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Flourensia riparia

Flourensia riparia is found in the dry regions of South America.

Flourensia riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Flourensia riparia?

Flourensia riparia

What is the common name of Flourensia riparia?

Riparian flourensia

Where is Flourensia riparia native to?

South America

Species in the Flourensia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95171: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.