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
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.
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 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
Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.