Smallanthus riparius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riparius
ID:
3225
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 51 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002554
Common Names
- Small's Leafy Aster
- Riparian Leafy Aster
- Roughleaf Aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Smallanthus riparius (also called River Smallanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has alternate, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in wet, sunny, and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Smallanthus riparius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Smallanthus riparius is yellow with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Smallanthus riparius is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and the divisions planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Smallanthus riparius
Smallanthus riparius can be found in the mountains of Norway and Sweden.
Smallanthus riparius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Smallanthus riparius?
Smallanthus riparius
What are the common names of Smallanthus riparius?
Riparian yerba mansa
What is the natural habitat of Smallanthus riparius?
It is native to North America
Species in the Smallanthus genus
Smallanthus riparius, Smallanthus siegesbeckius, Smallanthus araucariophilus, Smallanthus connatus, Smallanthus uvedalia, Smallanthus meridensis, Smallanthus macvaughii, Smallanthus fruticosus, Smallanthus oaxacanus, Smallanthus glabratus, Smallanthus sonchifolius, Smallanthus jelskii, Smallanthus maculatus, Smallanthus quichensis, Smallanthus macroscyphus, Smallanthus apus, Smallanthus riograndensis, Smallanthus parviceps, Smallanthus microcephalus, Smallanthus pyramidalis, Smallanthus putlanus, Smallanthus fruticosa, Smallanthus cocuyensis,
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-102460: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.