Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
73466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Roque

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072795



Common Names

  • Stenophyllous Richterago
  • Narrow-leaved Richterago
  • Richterago


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Synonyms

  • Actinoseris stenophylla Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Richterago stenophylla (also called Narrow-leaved richterago, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Richterago stenophylla is an edible plant that is used in salads and other dishes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Richterago stenophylla is yellow, with a single head and a long stem. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richterago stenophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, space the plants 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Richterago stenophylla

Richterago stenophylla can be found in the southern United States and Mexico.

Richterago stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richterago stenophylla?

Richterago stenophylla

What is the common name of Richterago stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved Richterago

What is the family of Richterago stenophylla?

Asteraceae

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-29538: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.