Status:
valid
Authors:
Eastw.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 2: 55 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133212
Common Names
- Glaucescens Rudbeckia
- Rudbeckia Glaucescens
- Glaucescens
Description
Rudbeckia glaucescens (also called Glaucous-leaved coneflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a single seed head. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Rudbeckia glaucescens is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It has a long blooming period and attracts bees and butterflies. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive issues, skin problems, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rudbeckia glaucescens is yellow, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are hairy and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudbeckia glaucescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and should be kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Rudbeckia glaucescens
Rudbeckia glaucescens is native to the United States and Canada.
Rudbeckia glaucescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia glaucescens?
Rudbeckia glaucescens
What is the natural habitat of Rudbeckia glaucescens?
It is native to the United States.
What are the common uses of Rudbeckia glaucescens?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Rudbeckia genus
Rudbeckia occidentalis,
Rudbeckia texana,
Rudbeckia grandiflora,
Rudbeckia fulgida,
Rudbeckia scabrifolia,
Rudbeckia mohrii,
Rudbeckia hirta,
Rudbeckia laciniata,
Rudbeckia maxima,
Rudbeckia montana,
Rudbeckia subtomentosa,
Rudbeckia speciosa,
Rudbeckia graminifolia,
Rudbeckia nitida,
Rudbeckia amplexicaulis,
Rudbeckia mollis,
Rudbeckia alpicola,
Rudbeckia heliopsidis,
Rudbeckia klamathensis,
Rudbeckia auriculata,
Rudbeckia missouriensis,
Rudbeckia californica,
Rudbeckia glaucescens,
Rudbeckia triloba,
Rudbeckia terranigrae,
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,