Richterago elegans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
78739
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roque
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11(3): 344 (-346; fig. 2; tab (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078068
Common Names
- Elegant Richterago
- Elegant Daisy
- Elegant Fleabane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Richterago elegans (also called 'Elegant Ragwort', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, upright stem and small, deeply lobed leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, rocky slopes, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Richterago elegans is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas, as it is known to have calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Richterago elegans has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Richterago elegans is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Richterago elegans
Richterago elegans is native to the Mediterranean region.
Richterago elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Richterago elegans?
Richterago elegans
What is the common name of Richterago elegans?
Mexican feather grass
What is the natural habitat of Richterago elegans?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands in Mexico and Central America
Species in the Richterago genus
Richterago suffrutescens, Richterago radiata, Richterago polyphylla, Richterago petiolata, Richterago campestris, Richterago discoidea, Richterago polymorpha, Richterago amplexifolia, Richterago hatschbachii, Richterago conduplicata, Richterago stenophylla, Richterago angustifolia, Richterago elegans, Richterago riparia, Richterago lanata, Richterago caulescens, Richterago arenaria,
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-34674: Based on the initial data import
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.