Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) M.V.Agab. & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Med-Checkl. 2: 690. 2008 [30 Dec 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016006
Common Names
- Ruthenian Rhaponticoides
- Rhaponticoides Ruthenica
- Ruthenian Rhapontic
Description
Rhaponticoides ruthenica (also called Russian Rhaponticoides, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaponticoides ruthenica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and grows in full sun or partial shade. It has a long blooming season and attracts butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhaponticoides ruthenica is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhaponticoides ruthenica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Rhaponticoides ruthenica
Rhaponticoides ruthenica is native to the Caucasus region, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.
Rhaponticoides ruthenica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaponticoides ruthenica?
Rhaponticoides ruthenica
What type of plant is Rhaponticoides ruthenica?
Perennial herb
Where does Rhaponticoides ruthenica grow?
It is native to Central Asia
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,