Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
61352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) K.J.Kim

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 44: 195 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060681



Common Names

  • Wright's Krigia
  • Wright Krigia
  • Krigia wrightii


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Synonyms

  • Serinia wrightii (A.Gray) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Apogon wrightii A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Krigia wrightii (also called Wright's Krigia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Krigia wrightii is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Krigia wrightii has yellow flowers, with a single head of florets. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Krigia wrightii is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rootstock should be done in early spring or autumn. The rootstock should be divided into small sections and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Krigia wrightii

Krigia wrightii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies, fields, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Krigia wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Krigia wrightii?

Krigia wrightii

What is the common name of Krigia wrightii?

Wright's Dwarf Dandelion

Where is Krigia wrightii native to?

North America

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-17726: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Ki Joong Kim (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.J.Kim' in the authors string.