Rudbeckia nitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
67701
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia vii. (1834) 78.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067030
Common Names
- Nitida Daisy
- Rudbeckia Daisy
- Nitida Daisy Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Rudbeckia glabra DC. [unknown]
- Rudbeckia nitida nitida [unknown]
Description
Rudbeckia nitida (also called 'Showy Coneflower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rudbeckia nitida is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source for some animals, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rudbeckia nitida has small yellow flowers with black centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rudbeckia nitida is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Rudbeckia nitida
Rudbeckia nitida is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Rudbeckia nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia nitida?
Rudbeckia nitida
What is the common name of Rudbeckia nitida?
Shiny Coneflower
What type of plant is Rudbeckia nitida?
A perennial herb
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-23905: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.