Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polymorpha
ID:
37744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) Roque

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Taxon 50(4): 1159 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037073



Common Names

  • Richterago Polymorpha
  • Many-shaped Richterago
  • Many-shaped Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Actinoseris polymorpha (Less.) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Trichocline polymorpha (Less.) Baker [unknown]
  • Seris polymorpha Less. [unknown]

Description

Richterago polymorpha (also called Variable Richterago, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its linear leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago polymorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Richterago polymorpha is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and yellow rays. The seed is a small, black, oval seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago polymorpha is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Richterago polymorpha

Richterago polymorpha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Chiapas, Guerrero, and Veracruz.

Richterago polymorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richterago polymorpha?

Richterago polymorpha

What is the family of Richterago polymorpha?

Asteraceae

Where is Richterago polymorpha found?

It is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

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-135851: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.