Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paltonioides
ID:
129586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 53 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128915

Common Names

  • Ruilopezia
  • Rue Lopezia
  • Rue Lopezia Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Espeletia paltonioides Standl. [unknown]

Description

Ruilopezia paltonioides (also called Paltonio's Ruilopezia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. Its leaves are divided into many small segments and are covered in fine hairs. It has yellow flower heads that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ruilopezia paltonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruilopezia paltonioides has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruilopezia paltonioides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. It can be grown from seed in early spring or fall and should be planted in a sunny location. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The plants should be thinned to a spacing of 8-10 inches. The plants can also be divided in the spring or fall. The roots should be divided into sections with at least two buds per section and planted in a prepared bed.

Where to Find Ruilopezia paltonioides

Ruilopezia paltonioides can be found in the United States in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

Ruilopezia paltonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia paltonioides?

Ruilopezia paltonioides

What is the natural habitat of Ruilopezia paltonioides?

Ruilopezia paltonioides is found in dry and sunny habitats in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering period of Ruilopezia paltonioides?

Ruilopezia paltonioides flowers from April to June.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-89873: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.