Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rzedowskii
ID:
77958

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 203 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077287



Common Names

  • Rzedowskii Koanophyllon
  • Rzedowski's Koanophyllon
  • Rzedowski's False Rosemary


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium rzedowskii (B.L.Turner) B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Koanophyllon rzedowskii (also called Rzedowski's koanophyllon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and have toothed margins. It has small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Koanophyllon rzedowskii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koanophyllon rzedowskii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a rosette form with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koanophyllon rzedowskii is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring. Deadhead spent flowers to promote re-blooming.

Where to Find Koanophyllon rzedowskii

Koanophyllon rzedowskii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is commonly found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Koanophyllon rzedowskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon rzedowskii?

Koanophyllon rzedowskii

What is the common name of Koanophyllon rzedowskii?

Rzedowski's Koanophyllon

What is the habitat of Koanophyllon rzedowskii?

It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Species in the Koanophyllon genus

Koanophyllon puberulum, Koanophyllon polyodon, Koanophyllon poliystichum, Koanophyllon heptaneurum, Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii, Koanophyllon hotteanum, Koanophyllon richardsonii, Koanophyllon minutifolium, Koanophyllon clementis, Koanophyllon semicrenatum, Koanophyllon atroglandulosum, Koanophyllon prinodes, Koanophyllon hintoniorum, Koanophyllon fuscum, Koanophyllon chabrense, Koanophyllon adamantium, Koanophyllon mesoreopolum, Koanophyllon hylonoma, Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum, Koanophyllon helianthemoides, Koanophyllon silvaticum, Koanophyllon hammatocladum, Koanophyllon sagasteguii, Koanophyllon scabriusculum, Koanophyllon mornicola, Koanophyllon eitenii, Koanophyllon guerreroana, Koanophyllon turquinense, Koanophyllon subpurpureum, Koanophyllon jenssenii, Koanophyllon jaegerianum, Koanophyllon reversum, Koanophyllon thysanolepis, Koanophyllon littorale, Koanophyllon tetranthum, Koanophyllon hidrodes, Koanophyllon tatei, Koanophyllon pittieri, Koanophyllon sinaloensis, Koanophyllon galeottii, Koanophyllon albicaulis, Koanophyllon galeana, Koanophyllon calcicola, Koanophyllon iteophyllum, Koanophyllon baccharifolium, Koanophyllon bullescens, Koanophyllon nervosum, Koanophyllon chalceorithales, Koanophyllon tetranfolium, Koanophyllon simillima,

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-33919: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.