Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
42013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 135 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041342



Common Names

  • Raoulia tenuicaulis
  • Mountain Daisy
  • Mountain Raoulia
  • Raoulia


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Synonyms

  • Raoulia tenuicaulis dimorpha Allan [unknown]
  • Raoulia tenuicaulis tenuicaulis [unknown]

Description

Raoulia tenuicaulis (also called Raoulia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It has a woody stem and small, linear leaves. It typically grows in alpine grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Raoulia tenuicaulis is an ornamental plant that is often used as a groundcover in rock gardens. It is also used in erosion control and as a low-maintenance lawn alternative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raoulia tenuicaulis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raoulia tenuicaulis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Raoulia tenuicaulis

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

Raoulia tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raoulia tenuicaulis?

Raoulia tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Raoulia tenuicaulis?

Slender-stemmed Raoulia

What is the natural habitat of Raoulia tenuicaulis?

It is found in rocky and grassy areas of the Southern Alps in New Zealand

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