Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
32855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 360. 1891 [5 Nov 1891] , as 'discodea'

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032184



Common Names

  • Richterago discoidea
  • Discoid Richterago
  • Discoid Richterago


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Synonyms

  • Gochnatia discoidea (Less.) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Seris discoidea Less. [unknown]

Description

Richterago discoidea (also called round-headed agoseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves with narrow lobes and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago discoidea has been used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive issues, as a dye for fabrics, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Richterago discoidea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago discoidea is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Richterago discoidea

Richterago discoidea is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Richterago discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richterago discoidea?

Richterago discoidea

What type of plant is Richterago discoidea?

Richterago discoidea is an annual herb

Where is Richterago discoidea found?

Richterago discoidea is found in the southwestern United States

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-131122: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.