Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
6038

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Rauschert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 558 (1982): (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005367



Common Names

  • Microcephala Rhanteriopsis
  • Rhanteriopsis Microcephala
  • Small-headed Rhanteriopsis


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Synonyms

  • Postia microcephala Boiss. [unknown]
  • Takhtajanianthus microcephala (Boiss.) A.B.De [unknown]
  • Takhtajanianthus microcephalus (Boiss.) A.B.De [unknown]

Description

Rhanteriopsis microcephala (also called 'Small-Headed Rhanterium', 'Small-Headed Rhanteriopsis' and 'Small-Headed Rhanteriopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China and Japan. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Rhanteriopsis microcephala 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhanteriopsis microcephala is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of spoon-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhanteriopsis microcephala can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be kept in a sunny or partially shaded position.

Where to Find Rhanteriopsis microcephala

Rhanteriopsis microcephala is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Rhanteriopsis microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhanteriopsis microcephala?

Rhanteriopsis microcephala

What is the common name of Rhanteriopsis microcephala?

Small-headed Rhanterium

Where is Rhanteriopsis microcephala native to?

The Caribbean

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-105170: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.