Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ligulata
ID:
3702

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) G.Kunkel & Sunding

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Biol. Canar. 3: 80 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003031



Common Names

  • Reichardia Ligulata
  • Ligulate Reichardia
  • Ligulate Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Picridium ligulatum Kunze [unknown]
  • Reichardia ligulata ligulata [unknown]

Description

Reichardia ligulata (also called 'Lance-leaved Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Reichardia ligulata 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 digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Reichardia ligulata var. crispa (Webb & Berthel.) Rivas Mart.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reichardia ligulata has yellow flowers, small black seeds and seedlings with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reichardia ligulata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in the fall. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Reichardia ligulata

Reichardia ligulata is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Reichardia ligulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reichardia ligulata?

Reichardia ligulata

What is the common name of Reichardia ligulata?

Rigid Ragwort

What type of plant is Reichardia ligulata?

Annual herb

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-102925: Based on the initial data import
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.
Günther W.H. Kunkel (1928-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Kunkel' in the authors string.
Per Sunding (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunding' in the authors string.