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ragleaf
Scientific Name: Crassocephalum
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
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Redflower Ragleaf (Crassocephalum crepidioides)
Crassocephalum crepidioides, commonly known as Redflower Ragleaf, is also referred to as Crassocephalum, ebolo, thickhead, or fireweed.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is an herb that grows up to 180 cm tall.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Crassocephalum crepidioides (Benth.) S. Moore
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)
- Order: Asterales
- Class: Magnoliopsida
- Division: Magnoliophyta
- Synonyms: Based on the context, other names like *Amauria dissecta A. Gray*, *Amauriopsis dissecta Rydb.* and *Bahia dissecta (A. Gray) Britt.* might be considered by some as synonyms but they are generally accepted names for different plants.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Africa.
- Found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Morphological Characteristics
- Erect annual slightly succulent herb, growing up to 180 cm tall.
- Leaves are 8-12 x 4-6 cm, with lower leaves lyrate pinnatifid, elliptic-oblanceolate, apex acute, and dentate.
Ecological Role
- Considered a weed in some regions.
Traditional Uses
- It is mentioned as a minor vegetable in some regions.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS Database: Symbol CRCR9
- Philippine Herbal Medicine - An illustrated compilation of Philippine medicinal plants.
- PROTA4U (Plant Resources of Tropical Africa)
- Wikimedia Commons
- English Wiktionary
- Invasive Plant Atlas