Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alcortae
ID:
138338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 15: 95, fig. 5 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137667



Common Names

  • Alcorta's Rumfordia
  • Alcorta's False Daisy
  • Rumfordia alcortae


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Description

Rumfordia alcortae (also called Rumford's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rumfordia alcortae has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of timber for furniture and construction, and as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Rumfordia alcortae has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seed is small, dark brown and has a hard outer shell. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumfordia alcortae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Rumfordia alcortae

Rumfordia alcortae is native to the Caribbean and can be found in areas with well-drained soils.

Rumfordia alcortae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumfordia alcortae?

Rumfordia alcortae

What is the common name of Rumfordia alcortae?

Alcorta's rumfordia

What is the natural habitat of Rumfordia alcortae?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands

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-9834: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.