Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amasiensis
ID:
17039

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) M.V.Agab. & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Med-Checkl. 2: 689. 2008 [30 Dec 2008]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016368



Common Names

  • Rhaponticoides
  • Amasiensis
  • Rhapontic


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea amasiensis Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Rhaponticoides amasiensis (also called Amasian Rhaponticoides, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas. It is an annual herb with a woody stem and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaponticoides amasiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used to make perfumes and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhaponticoides amasiensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaponticoides amasiensis is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Rhaponticoides amasiensis

Rhaponticoides amasiensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Rhaponticoides amasiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaponticoides amasiensis?

Rhaponticoides amasiensis

What type of plant is Rhaponticoides amasiensis?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Rhaponticoides amasiensis?

Dry, rocky slopes

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Mariam V. Agababjan (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Agab.' in the authors string.