Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
rigida
ID:
719906

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Dorr

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 151 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000719239



Common Names

  • Rigid helmiopsis
  • Helmiopsis rigida
  • Rigid falsealthenia


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Synonyms

  • Assonia rigida (Baill.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dombeya rigida Baill. [unknown]

Description

Helmiopsis rigida (also called Rigid helmiopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. Its leaves are lanceolate to ovate in shape and its flowers are yellow in color. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helmiopsis rigida is a perennial flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helmiopsis rigida sub. guazumifolia (Baill.) Skema
Helmiopsis rigida sub. parvifolia (Appleq.) Skema

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helmiopsis rigida is a white-greenish color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helmiopsis rigida is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is a low-growing plant that forms a dense mat of foliage. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Helmiopsis rigida

Helmiopsis rigida is native to North America and can be found in moist areas, such as swamps, wetlands, and along the edges of rivers and streams.

Helmiopsis rigida FAQ

What is the common name of Helmiopsis rigida?

Rigid helmiopsis

What type of plant is Helmiopsis rigida?

Perennial

What is the optimal soil type for Helmiopsis rigida?

Well-drained, slightly acidic soil

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.