Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Conti & D.Lakušić
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 236(2): 125 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344380
Common Names
- Reichardia albanica
- Albanian Reichardia
- Albanian Pincushion
Description
Reichardia albanica (also called Albanian Reichardia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small, linear leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Reichardia albanica is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Reichardia albanica flower is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Reichardia albanica can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Reichardia albanica
Reichardia albanica is native to Greece.
Reichardia albanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Reichardia albanica?
Reichardia albanica
What are the common uses of Reichardia albanica?
Reichardia albanica is used as a medicinal plant.
What is the natural habitat of Reichardia albanica?
Reichardia albanica is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Reichardia genus
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
Dmitar Lakušić: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Lakušić' in the authors string.