Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rimachiana
ID:
38678

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 22 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038007



Common Names

  • Rimachiana Nordenstamia
  • Rimachiana Nodding Thistle
  • Rimachiana Nodding Plume Thistle


Searching for Nordenstamia rimachiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Gynoxys rimachiana Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Aequatorium rimachianum (Cuatrec.) H.Rob. & Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Nordenstamia rimachiana (also called Rimach's Nordenstamia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a yellow center. It grows in rocky habitats, dry grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Nordenstamia rimachiana is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nordenstamia rimachiana is a yellow, daisy-like head with many small flowers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened achene. The seedlings have a single, narrow, linear leaf.

Searching for Nordenstamia rimachiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Nordenstamia rimachiana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the fall and allowed to overwinter. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate air circulation and light penetration.

Where to Find Nordenstamia rimachiana

Nordenstamia rimachiana can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Utah.

Nordenstamia rimachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nordenstamia rimachiana?

Nordenstamia rimachiana

What type of plant is Nordenstamia rimachiana?

Nordenstamia rimachiana is an herb

What is the natural habitat of Nordenstamia rimachiana?

Nordenstamia rimachiana is found in dry, rocky areas

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-136750: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.