Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 907 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027627
Common Names
- Rudbeckia hirta
- Black-Eyed Susan
- Gloriosa Daisy
Description
Rudbeckia hirta (also called 'Black-eyed Susan', among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to North America and grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Rudbeckia hirta is an annual plant that is often used as an ornamental plant. It has yellow flowers and is known for its ability to attract pollinators. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rudbeckia hirta var. angustifolia (T.V.Moore) Perdue
Rudbeckia hirta var. pulcherrima Farw.
Rudbeckia hirta var. floridana (T.V.Moore) Perdue
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rudbeckia hirta are yellow and daisy-like, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudbeckia hirta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Rudbeckia hirta
Rudbeckia hirta is native to the temperate regions of North America.
Rudbeckia hirta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia hirta?
Rudbeckia hirta
What type of plant is Rudbeckia hirta?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Rudbeckia hirta?
Grasslands, meadows, and pastures
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,