Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
subspicata
ID:
399915

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Freyn & Sint.) Boriss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 9: 123 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399247

Common Names

  • Rosularia subspicata
  • Subspicata Rosularia
  • Rosularia

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Synonyms

  • Umbilicus subspicatus Freyn [unknown]

Description

Rosularia subspicata (also called 'Spiked Rosularia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is a succulent perennial growing up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia, from Turkmenistan to western China. It is found in rocky places, at altitudes of 1500-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rosularia subspicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rosularia subspicata has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rosularia subspicata is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent shrub that can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Rosularia subspicata

Rosularia subspicata can be found in the deserts of Central Asia.

Rosularia subspicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosularia subspicata?

Rosularia subspicata

What is the common name of Rosularia subspicata?

Subspicata Rosularia

Where does Rosularia subspicata grow?

It grows in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2416558: Based on the initial data import
Josef Franz Freyn (1845-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freyn' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.