Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riojana
ID:
138298

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Ferraro

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 6: 34, fig. 1, F-J (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137627



Common Names

  • Rioja marigold
  • Tagetes riojana
  • Rioja tasselflower


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Description

Tagetes riojana (also called 'Rioja Marigold', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate. It is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tagetes riojana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and public spaces for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for its antifungal and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tagetes riojana is yellow and has a strong scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tagetes riojana is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Tagetes riojana

Tagetes riojana is native to Argentina and can be found in the northern parts of the country.

Tagetes riojana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tagetes riojana?

Tagetes riojana

What is the common name of Tagetes riojana?

Rioja Marigold

What is the family of Tagetes riojana?

Asteraceae

Species in the Tagetes genus

Tagetes daucoides, Tagetes multiflora, Tagetes biflora, Tagetes mendocina, Tagetes oaxacana, Tagetes pringlei, Tagetes coronopifolia, Tagetes osteni, Tagetes stenophylla, Tagetes laxa, Tagetes micrantha, Tagetes foetidissima, Tagetes perezi, Tagetes minuta, Tagetes subulata, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes pauciloba, Tagetes persicifolia, Tagetes lacera, Tagetes minima, Tagetes mandonii, Tagetes nelsonii, Tagetes parryi, Tagetes terniflora, Tagetes hartwegii, Tagetes apetala, Tagetes gracilis, Tagetes moorei, Tagetes lemmonii, Tagetes verticillata, Tagetes palmeri, Tagetes iltisiana, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes praetermissa, Tagetes epapposa, Tagetes erecta, Tagetes tenuifolia, Tagetes inclusa, Tagetes mulleri, Tagetes dianthiflora, Tagetes elliptica, Tagetes lunulata, Tagetes rupestris, Tagetes campanulata, Tagetes filifolia, Tagetes sororia, Tagetes argentina, Tagetes zypaquinensis, Tagetes arenicola, Tagetes linifolia,

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-98303: Based on the initial data import
Matilde Ferraro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Ferraro' in the authors string.