Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpicola
ID:
91336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Piper

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Erythea 7: 173 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090665

Common Names

  • Alpine Coneflower
  • Alpine Rudbeckia
  • Rudbeckia

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Description

Rudbeckia alpicola (also called alpine coneflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Rocky Mountains and is found in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rudbeckia alpicola is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rudbeckia alpicola are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudbeckia alpicola is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Rocky Mountains. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-7.

Where to Find Rudbeckia alpicola

Rudbeckia alpicola is native to North America and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Rudbeckia alpicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia alpicola?

Rudbeckia alpicola

What type of plant is Rudbeckia alpicola?

Perennial

What is the natural habitat of Rudbeckia alpicola?

Alpine meadows

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-4695: Based on the initial data import
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.