Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruizii
ID:
72233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 4: 162. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071562



Common Names

  • Ruiz's Nassauvia
  • Ruiz's Goldenbush
  • Ruiz's Aster


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Description

Nassauvia ruizii (also called Ruiz's nassauvia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 m (3.3 ft) and has white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nassauvia ruizii is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nassauvia ruizii has small white flowers that are arranged in a corymb. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nassauvia ruizii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers a well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Nassauvia ruizii

Nassauvia ruizii is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Nassauvia ruizii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nassauvia ruizii?

Nassauvia ruizii

What is the common name of Nassauvia ruizii?

Ruiz's nassauvia

What is the habitat of Nassauvia ruizii?

Nassauvia ruizii is found in dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Species in the Nassauvia genus

Nassauvia magellanica, Nassauvia pulcherrima, Nassauvia ameghinoi, Nassauvia argyrophylla, Nassauvia argentea, Nassauvia gaudichaudii, Nassauvia hillii, Nassauvia argyrophylla, Nassauvia uniflora, Nassauvia digitata, Nassauvia axillaris, Nassauvia sceptrum, Nassauvia planifolia, Nassauvia ramosissima, Nassauvia latissima, Nassauvia lagascae, Nassauvia fuegiana, Nassauvia acerosa, Nassauvia dentata, Nassauvia looseri, Nassauvia sublobata, Nassauvia ruizii, Nassauvia sprengelioides, Nassauvia serpens, Nassauvia juniperina, Nassauvia chubutensis, Nassauvia glomerulosa, Nassauvia pyramidalis, Nassauvia dusenii, Nassauvia coronipappa, Nassauvia ulicina, Nassauvia pentacaenoides, Nassauvia darwinii, Nassauvia maeviae, Nassauvia pinnigera, Nassauvia gaudichaudii, Nassauvia cumingii, Nassauvia glomerata, Nassauvia dusenii, Nassauvia aculeata, Nassauvia pygmaea, Nassauvia revoluta,

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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