Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
12450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Ferreyra

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 25: 395. 1944

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011779



Common Names

  • Richterago polyphylla
  • Polyphylla
  • Richter's Ageratum


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Synonyms

  • Actinoseris polyphylla (Baker) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Seris polyphylla Baker [unknown]

Description

Richterago polyphylla (also called Richter's Ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago polyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Richterago polyphylla is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago polyphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or from cuttings taken in early summer.

Where to Find Richterago polyphylla

Richterago polyphylla is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Richterago polyphylla FAQ

What type of plant is Richterago polyphylla?

Richterago polyphylla is an annual herb in the daisy family, Asteraceae.

Where does Richterago polyphylla grow?

Richterago polyphylla is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.

What does Richterago polyphylla look like?

Richterago polyphylla has small, yellow flowers with white centers and feathery leaves.

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-111410: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Ramón Alejandro Ferreyra (1910-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferreyra' in the authors string.