Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 52 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003160
Common Names
- Figueiras' Ruilopezia
- Ruilopezia Figueirasii
- Figueiras Ruilopezia
Description
Ruilopezia figueirasii (also called Figueiras' dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Iberian Peninsula and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ruilopezia figueirasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ruilopezia figueirasii is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ruilopezia figueirasii is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ruilopezia figueirasii
Ruilopezia figueirasii can be found in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in the south of Portugal and the north of Spain.
Ruilopezia figueirasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia figueirasii?
Ruilopezia figueirasii
What is the family of Ruilopezia figueirasii?
Asteraceae
Where is Ruilopezia figueirasii found?
It is found in Portugal and Spain.
Species in the Ruilopezia genus
Ruilopezia bromelioides,
Ruilopezia figueirasii,
Ruilopezia bracteosa,
Ruilopezia leucactina,
Ruilopezia cardonae,
Ruilopezia emmanuelis,
Ruilopezia vergarae,
Ruilopezia margarita,
Ruilopezia marcescens,
Ruilopezia coloradarum,
Ruilopezia floccosa,
Ruilopezia viridis,
Ruilopezia grisea,
Ruilopezia atropurpurea,
Ruilopezia josephensis,
Ruilopezia lopez-palacii,
Ruilopezia jabonensis,
Ruilopezia ruizii,
Ruilopezia hanburiana,
Ruilopezia lindenii,
Ruilopezia cuatrecasasii,
Ruilopezia paltonioides,
Ruilopezia jahnii,
Ruilopezia usubillagae,
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,