Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
redieri
ID:
123250

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-0000122579



Common Names

  • Rhodanthemum redieri
  • Redieri Rhodanthemum
  • Rhodanthemum


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Synonyms

  • Leucanthemum redieri redieri [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum redieri sericeum (Humbert) Maire [unknown]
  • Leucanthemum redieri Maire [unknown]
  • Rhodanthemum redieri redieri [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthemum redieri (also called Redier's Marguerite, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a perennial herb, growing to a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky slopes, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum redieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhodanthemum redieri var. sericeum (Humbert) Dobignard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodanthemum redieri has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum redieri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum redieri

Rhodanthemum redieri is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Rhodanthemum redieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodanthemum redieri?

Rhodanthemum redieri

What is the common name of Rhodanthemum redieri?

Redier's Rhodanthemum

What is the natural habitat of Rhodanthemum redieri?

Grassy and 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-83743: 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.