Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
briquetii
ID:
2853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maire) B.H.Wilcox, K.Bremer & Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23(2): 142 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002182



Common Names

  • Rhodanthemum briquetii
  • Briquet's Everlasting
  • Briquet's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Leucanthemum briquetii Maire [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthemum briquetii (also called Briquet's Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins, and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, open areas such as deserts, hillsides, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum briquetii 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, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodanthemum briquetii has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum briquetii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Rhodanthemum briquetii is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum briquetii

Rhodanthemum briquetii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Rhodanthemum briquetii FAQ

What is the growth rate of Rhodanthemum briquetii?

Rhodanthemum briquetii is a slow-growing plant, with an average growth rate of about 6 inches per year.

What type of soil does Rhodanthemum briquetii prefer?

Rhodanthemum briquetii prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

What type of climate does Rhodanthemum briquetii prefer?

Rhodanthemum briquetii prefers a warm, dry climate with temperatures ranging from 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

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-102098: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.