Status:
valid
Authors:
Blanca, Cueto, Benavente & J.Fuentes
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 517 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346974
Common Names
- Rivasmartinezia Cazorlana
- Cazorla's Rivasmartinezia
- Rivasmartinezia
Description
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana (also called Cazorla's Rivasmartinezia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in the Sierra de Cazorla mountain range in southern Spain. It grows in rocky limestone cliffs and in dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana has medicinal properties and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana has small white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in the center. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish tint.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires regular watering during the summer months and should be fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Rivasmartinezia cazorlana
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana is native to Spain and can be found in the Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park.
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rivasmartinezia cazorlana?
Rivasmartinezia cazorlana
What is the common name of Rivasmartinezia cazorlana?
Cazorla Rivasmartinezia
What is the natural habitat of Rivasmartinezia cazorlana?
Mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests
Species in the Rivasmartinezia genus
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
Julian Fuentes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Fuentes' in the authors string.
Alfredo Benavente: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benavente' in the authors string.