Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monroi
ID:
2617

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. : 148 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001946



Common Names

  • Raoulia
  • Monroi
  • Monro's


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Synonyms

  • Raoulia cheesemanii Beauverd [unknown]

Description

Raoulia monroi (also called Monro's raoulia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a spiny capitulum. It grows in alpine grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Raoulia monroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Raoulia monroi is a white, star-shaped floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raoulia monroi is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Raoulia monroi

Raoulia monroi is native to New Zealand. It can be found in the wild in the North and South Islands.

Raoulia monroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raoulia monroi?

Raoulia monroi

What is the natural habitat of Raoulia monroi?

Tussock grasslands

What is the average height of Raoulia monroi?

0.5-1 meter

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