Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruiz-lealii
ID:
570801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mathias & Constance

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 38: 28 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570133



Common Names

  • Bowlesia ruiz-lealii
  • Ruiz-lealii Bowlesia
  • Bowlesia Ruiz-lealii


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Description

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii (also called Bowlesia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii has white flowers with yellow centres and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bowlesia ruiz-lealii

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii is native to South America.

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bowlesia ruiz-lealii?

Bowlesia ruiz-lealii

What is the common name of Bowlesia ruiz-lealii?

Ruiz-Leal's Bowlesia

What is the natural habitat of Bowlesia ruiz-lealii?

It is native to South America

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2681021: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.