Funastrum rupicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
509947
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goyder
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 331 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509279
Common Names
- Rupicola Funastrum
- Funastrum rupicola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Funastrum rupicola (also called Rock-loving Milkweed, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with narrow, toothed leaves and white flowers. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Funastrum rupicola is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Funastrum rupicola are small and yellow in color. The fruits are small, round, and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a reddish-brown stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Funastrum rupicola is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the divisions should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Funastrum rupicola
Funastrum rupicola can be found in Mexico.
Funastrum rupicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Funastrum rupicola?
Funastrum rupicola
What is the common name of Funastrum rupicola?
Rocky Funastrum
What is the natural habitat of Funastrum rupicola?
Funastrum rupicola is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Funastrum genus
Funastrum rupicola, Funastrum angustissimum, Funastrum arenarium, Funastrum bilobum, Funastrum clausum, Funastrum crispum, Funastrum cynanchoides, Funastrum elegans, Funastrum flavum, Funastrum glaucum, Funastrum gracile, Funastrum heterophyllum, Funastrum lindenianum, Funastrum odoratum, Funastrum refractum, Funastrum suffrutescens, Funastrum torreyi, Funastrum trichopetalum, Funastrum utahense,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607169: Based on the initial data import
David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.