Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cardonae
ID:
12426

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 52 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011755



Common Names

  • Ruilopezia cardonae
  • Cardona's Ruilopezia
  • Cardona's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia cardonae Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Ruilopezia cardonae (also called 'Cardón', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, ovate and entire. It grows in dry meadows, grasslands and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ruilopezia cardonae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruilopezia cardonae has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruilopezia cardonae is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ruilopezia cardonae

Ruilopezia cardonae can be found in dry, open areas in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Ruilopezia cardonae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia cardonae?

Ruilopezia cardonae

What is the common name of Ruilopezia cardonae?

Cardonae Ruilopezia

What is the optimal growing environment for Ruilopezia cardonae?

Full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-drained soil

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-111387: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.