Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lázaro Ibiza) M.V.Agab. & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Med-Checkl. 2: 690. 2008 [30 Dec 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115587
Common Names
- Linares' Knapweed
- Rhaponticoides linaresii
- Rhaponticoides
Description
Rhaponticoides linaresii (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaponticoides linaresii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhaponticoides linaresii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, thin plant with a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhaponticoides linaresii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Rhaponticoides linaresii
Rhaponticoides linaresii is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Rhaponticoides linaresii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaponticoides linaresii?
Rhaponticoides linaresii
What is the common name of Rhaponticoides linaresii?
Linares' Thistle
What is the natural habitat of Rhaponticoides linaresii?
Rhaponticoides linaresii is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Rhaponticoides genus
Rhaponticoides ruthenica,
Rhaponticoides amasiensis,
Rhaponticoides alpina,
Rhaponticoides taliewii,
Rhaponticoides hierroi,
Rhaponticoides africana,
Rhaponticoides bachtiarica,
Rhaponticoides amplifolia,
Rhaponticoides centaurium,
Rhaponticoides fraylensis,
Rhaponticoides hajastana,
Rhaponticoides razdorskyi,
Rhaponticoides mykalea,
Rhaponticoides pythiae,
Rhaponticoides linaresii,
Rhaponticoides kasakorum,
Rhaponticoides eriosiphon,
Rhaponticoides iconiensis,
Rhaponticoides tamanianae,
Rhaponticoides dschungarica,
Rhaponticoides calabrica,
Rhaponticoides aytachii,
Rhaponticoides wagenitziana,
Rhaponticoides gokceoglui,
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,