Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crystallina
ID:
1695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Webb & Berthel.) Bramwell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Cuad. Bot. Canaria 11: 22, preprint (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001024



Common Names

  • Reichardia
  • Crystallina
  • Crystal Reichardia


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Synonyms

  • Picridium crystallinum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Reichardia crystallina (also called Crystal Pincushion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are linear and have a white, crystalline coating. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Reichardia crystallina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reichardia crystallina has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reichardia crystallina is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Reichardia crystallina

Reichardia crystallina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is most commonly found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Reichardia crystallina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reichardia crystallina?

Reichardia crystallina

What is the common name of Reichardia crystallina?

Crystalline Reichardia

What is the natural habitat of Reichardia crystallina?

Dry, rocky slopes 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-100974: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.
David Bramwell (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bramwell' in the authors string.