Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
18156

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 18: 25 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017485



Common Names

  • Guatemalan Rumfordia
  • Rumfordia
  • Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Polymnia standleyi Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Tetragonotheca guatemalensis J.M.Coult. [unknown]
  • Rumfordia standleyi (Steyerm.) Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Rumfordia media S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Rumfordia attenuata B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Polymnia verapazensis Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Rumfordia aragonensis Greenm. [unknown]
  • Rumfordia verapazensis S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Rumfordia oreopola B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Rumfordia polymnioides Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Rumfordia guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Rumfordia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and is native to Central America. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rumfordia guatemalensis is a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat digestive issues, such as stomach aches, indigestion, and nausea. It is also used as an ornamental plant, with its yellow flowers adding a splash of color to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rumfordia guatemalensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumfordia guatemalensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rumfordia guatemalensis

Rumfordia guatemalensis is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Rumfordia guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumfordia guatemalensis?

Rumfordia guatemalensis

What is the common name of Rumfordia guatemalensis?

Rumfordia

Where is Rumfordia guatemalensis found?

Rumfordia guatemalensis is found in Central America.

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-116920: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.