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    Mid-Florida Research and Education Center

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    Crassocephalum cepidioides

    Redflower ragleaf (Crassocephalum cepidioides) is a non-native landscape weed indigenous to tropical Africa. This species is listed by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council (FLECCP) as a noxious weed and Category 2 invasive. Redflower ragleaf is also considered one of the most aggressive weeds occurring in tropical and sub-tropical regions.

    • Scientific Name: Crassocephalum cepidioides
    • Common Name: Redflower ragleaf
    • Seasonality: Year-round
    • Soil Type: Wet to dry
    • Toxicity: Non-toxic
    • Plant Growth: Annual
    • Biology and Management of Thickhead (Crassocephalum crepidioides) in Ornamental Crop Production
    • UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas: Crassocephalum crepidioides
    • Relevant Resources
      • UF/IFAS Extension Publication: Biology and Management of Thickhead (Crassocephalum crepidioides) in Ornamental Crop Production
      • UF/IFAS Assessment of Non-Native Plants in Florida's Natural Areas
      • USDA Plant Profile
      • Invasive Plant Atlas

    Photos of Crassocephalum crepidioides

     

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