Status:
valid
Authors:
(Perdue) P.B.Cox & Urbatsch
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 366 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010848
Common Names
- Texana Rudbeckia
- Rudbeckia of Texana
- Texana Rudbeckia Daisy
Description
Rudbeckia texana (also called Texas black-eyed Susan, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the sunflower family. It has yellow flower heads and grows up to 1 foot tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry open habitats such as grasslands and sagebrush steppes.
Uses & Benefits
Rudbeckia texana is used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, such as indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. It is also used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It has anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties that can help reduce inflammation and fight fungal infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rudbeckia texana is a yellow daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudbeckia texana is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division or by taking cuttings in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Rudbeckia texana
Rudbeckia texana is native to North America and can be found in grassy meadows.
Rudbeckia texana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudbeckia texana?
Rudbeckia texana
What is the common name of Rudbeckia texana?
Texas Coneflower
What is the natural habitat of Rudbeckia texana?
Grassy meadows and open woodlands
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,