Status:
valid
Authors:
Willk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Icon. Descr. Pl. Nov. 2: 79 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407162
Common Names
- Tuberaria brevipes
- Shortstalk Tuberaria
- Shortstalk Rock Rose
Synonyms
- Therocistus brevipes (Boiss. & Reut.) Holub [unknown]
- Xolantha brevipes (Boiss. & Reut.) Gallego, Muñoz Garm. & C.Navarro [unknown]
- Helianthemum brevipes Boiss. & Reut. [unknown]
Description
Tuberaria brevipes (also called Brevipes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, sandy soils in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tuberaria brevipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tuberaria brevipes has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tuberaria brevipes is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Tuberaria brevipes
Tuberaria brevipes is native to the Mediterranean region.
Tuberaria brevipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tuberaria brevipes?
Tuberaria brevipes
What is the common name of Tuberaria brevipes?
Short-stalked Tuberaria
Where is Tuberaria brevipes native to?
South America
Species in the Tuberaria genus
Tuberaria colombina,
Tuberaria commutata,
Tuberaria echioides,
Tuberaria guttata,
Tuberaria globulariifolia,
Tuberaria bupleurifolia,
Tuberaria plantaginea,
Tuberaria lignosa,
Tuberaria lipopetala,
Tuberaria macrosepala,
Tuberaria major,
Tuberaria praecox,
Tuberaria acuminata,
Tuberaria brevipes,
Species in the Cistaceae family
Cistus akamantis,
Cistus atlanticus,
Cistus ingwersenii,
Cistus osbeckiifolius,
Cistus santae,
Cistus banaresii,
Cistus grancanariae,
Cistus palmensis,
Cistus aguilari,
Cistus albereensis,
Cistus albidus,
Cistus asper,
Cistus atriplicifolius,
Cistus calycinus,
Cistus canescens,
Cistus cebennensis,
Cistus cheiranthoides,
Cistus chinamadensis,
Cistus clausonii,
Cistus clusii,
Cistus conradiae,
Cistus creticus,
Cistus crispus,
Cistus cyprius,
Cistus dansereaui,
Cistus escartianus,
Cistus florentinus,
Cistus formosus,
Cistus halimifolius,
Cistus heterophyllus,
Cistus horrens,
Cistus hybridus,
Cistus incanus,
Cistus inflatus,
Cistus ladanifer,
Cistus lasianthus,
Cistus laurifolius,
Cistus laxus,
Cistus ledon,
Cistus libanotis,
Cistus matritensis,
Cistus monspeliensis,
Cistus munbyi,
Cistus nigricans,
Cistus novus,
Cistus obtusifolius,
Cistus ocreatus,
Cistus ocymoides,
Cistus palhinhae,
Cistus parviflorus,