Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Rauschert
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 558 (1982): (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122655
Common Names
- Woolly Rhanterium
- Woolly Groundsel
- Woolly Plume Thistle
Description
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa (also called Wooly Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and daisy-like flowers with white petals and a yellow center. It grows in open grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa?
Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa
What is the natural habitat of Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa?
It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical Africa.
What are the common names of Rhanteriopsis lanuginosa?
Common names include woolly rhanterium and woolly rhanteriopsis.
Species in the Rhanteriopsis 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,