Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
radiata
ID:
4615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Roque

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003944



Common Names

  • Richterago radiata
  • Rayed Richterago
  • Rayed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Actinoseris radiata (Vell.) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Ingenhusia radiata Vell. [unknown]
  • Trichocline radiata S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Seris denticulata DC. [unknown]

Description

Richterago radiata (also called Radiate Ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Richterago radiata is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago radiata is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or autumn or by division of clumps in spring.

Where to Find Richterago radiata

Richterago radiata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Richterago radiata FAQ

What are the common names of Richterago radiata?

Common names of Richterago radiata include Star Daisy, Star Daisybush, and Star Daisy-bush

What is the growth habit of Richterago radiata?

Richterago radiata is an evergreen shrub with a low-growing, mat-forming habit

What is the native range of Richterago radiata?

Richterago radiata is native to South America

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

José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.