Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
penninervis
ID:
18148

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 343 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017477



Common Names

  • Rumfordia Penninervis
  • Rumford's Rumfordia
  • Rumford's Paper-daisy


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Rumfordia penninervis 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 pink flowers adding a splash of color to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rumfordia penninervis 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 penninervis

Rumfordia penninervis is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Rumfordia penninervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rumfordia penninervis?

Rumfordia penninervis

What is the common name of Rumfordia penninervis?

Rumfordia

Where is Rumfordia penninervis found?

Rumfordia penninervis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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-116912: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.