Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
riparia
ID:
100853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) A.G.Jones

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 8(1): 85. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000100182



Common Names

  • Machaeranthera riparia
  • Riparian Machaeranthera
  • Riparian Tansyaster


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Description

Machaeranthera riparia (also called Riverbank Machaeranthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Machaeranthera riparia is used as an ornamental plant, as it has 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 Machaeranthera riparia is a yellow-white disc floret, and the seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings have a single, simple leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaeranthera riparia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.

Where to Find Machaeranthera riparia

Machaeranthera riparia is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Machaeranthera riparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaeranthera riparia?

Machaeranthera riparia

What type of plant is Machaeranthera riparia?

It is an annual herb

Where is Machaeranthera riparia found?

It is found in the western United States

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-5701: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Almut Gitter Jones (1923-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Jones' in the authors string.