Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
40834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club xix. n.° 3, 17 (1940).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040163



Common Names

  • Red Dubyaea
  • Dubyaea Rubra
  • Red Dubyae


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Description

Dubyaea rubra (also called Red Dubyaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, grassy meadows and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and its flowers are red in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Dubyaea rubra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dubyaea rubra has small, red flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubyaea rubra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate sunlight for best results.

Where to Find Dubyaea rubra

Dubyaea rubra is found in the western United States, from California to Arizona and New Mexico. It is a perennial herb with bright red flowers.

Dubyaea rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dubyaea rubra?

Dubyaea rubra

What is the common name of Dubyaea rubra?

Red Dubyaea

What is the family of Dubyaea rubra?

Asteraceae

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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