Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
72862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
gcc

Year:
1793

Citation Micro:
in Skriv. Naturh. Selsk. Kjoeb. 2(2): 29, t. 4. 1793

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072191



Common Names

  • Rudbeckia
  • Amplexicaulis
  • Clasping Coneflower


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Synonyms

  • Dracopis amplexicaulis (Vahl) Less. [unknown]
  • Dracopis amplexicaulis (Vahl) Cass. [deprecated]
  • Rudbeckia heterophylla Schur [unknown]
  • Rudbeckia spathulata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Rudbeckia oppositifolia hort. ex E.Vilm. [unknown]

Description

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis (also called Clasping Coneflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in moist soils in meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rudbeckia amplexicaulis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Rudbeckia amplexicaulis

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis is native to the eastern United States and can be found in states such as Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia amplexicaulis?

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Rudbeckia amplexicaulis?

Clasping Coneflower

What is the natural habitat of Rudbeckia amplexicaulis?

Woodlands, prairies, meadows, and roadsides

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,