Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rueppellii
ID:
44820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
in Gedenkb. 4(Jubelf. Buchdr.): 120, t. 4. 1840

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044149

Common Names

  • Rueppell's Groundsel
  • Rueppell's Ragwort
  • Rueppell's Senecio

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Synonyms

  • Ethulia rueppellii Hochst. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Gutenbergia elgonensis R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Gutenbergia abyssinica Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gutenbergia rueppellii rueppellii [unknown]
  • Gutenbergia oppositifolia O.Hoffm. & Muschl. [unknown]
  • Gutenbergia arenarioides Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Gutenbergia rueppellii (also called Rueppell's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa, the Middle East, and western Asia. It typically grows in dry grasslands, deserts, and other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gutenbergia rueppellii is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, stomach ache, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gutenbergia rueppellii var. fischeri (R.E.Fr.) C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gutenbergia rueppellii is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutenbergia rueppellii is a perennial wildflower native to North America. It has daisy-like yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Gutenbergia rueppellii

Gutenbergia rueppellii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Gutenbergia rueppellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gutenbergia rueppellii?

Gutenbergia rueppellii

What is the common name of Gutenbergia rueppellii?

Rueppell's Gutenbergia

What is the habitat of Gutenbergia rueppellii?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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,

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