Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rivalis
ID:
69866

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 62 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069195



Common Names

  • Herreranthus Rivalis
  • Rival Daisy
  • Rival Sunflower


Searching for Herreranthus rivalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Senecio rivalis Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Herreranthus rivalis (also called 'Rival Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and grows in grasslands and alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Herreranthus rivalis is an ornamental plant commonly used in gardens and landscapes. It has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer and attract pollinators. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It is also deer resistant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Herreranthus rivalis is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with narrow, green leaves.

Searching for Herreranthus rivalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Herreranthus rivalis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Herreranthus rivalis

Herreranthus rivalis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Herreranthus rivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herreranthus rivalis?

Herreranthus rivalis

What is the common name of Herreranthus rivalis?

Rival Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Herreranthus rivalis?

Mountain slopes and rocky outcrops

Species in the Herreranthus 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-2603: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.