Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gaditana
ID:
8587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willk.) Samp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 24: 68 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007916



Common Names

  • Reichardia
  • Gaditana
  • Reichardia Gaditana


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Synonyms

  • Reichardia tingitana maritima Ball [unknown]
  • Picridium gaditanum Willk. [unknown]

Description

Reichardia gaditana (also called Cadiz Reichardia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Reichardia gaditana 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Reichardia gaditana sub. gaditana
Reichardia gaditana sub. lusitanica (Cout.) P.Silva & Bacelar

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reichardia gaditana has yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reichardia gaditana is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Reichardia gaditana

Reichardia gaditana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Reichardia gaditana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reichardia gaditana?

Reichardia gaditana

What is the common name of Reichardia gaditana?

Gaditana Reichardia

What type of plant is Reichardia gaditana?

Herbaceous annual

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

Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
Gonçalo Sampaio (1865-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Samp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:241233-1: Based on the initial data import