Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubellus
ID:
26735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Gmel.) Toman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 7(4): 391 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026064



Common Names

  • Red Butterbur
  • Red Petasites
  • Red Giant Butterbur


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Synonyms

  • Nardosmia saxatilis Turcz. [unknown]
  • Nardosmia laevigata subfaeminea DC. [unknown]
  • Petasites saxatilis Kom. [unknown]
  • Tussilago rubella J.F.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

Petasites rubellus (also called Red Butterbur, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Petasites rubellus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petasites rubellus has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petasites rubellus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be divided in spring or fall. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate poor soils.

Where to Find Petasites rubellus

Petasites rubellus can be found in wet meadows, woodlands, and along streams in the Northern Hemisphere.

Petasites rubellus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petasites rubellus?

Petasites rubellus

What is the common name of Petasites rubellus?

Red Butterbur

What is the natural habitat of Petasites rubellus?

Dry, sandy, open woods, clearings, and roadsides

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