Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
floccosa
ID:
64968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 52 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064297



Common Names

  • Ruilopezia floccosa
  • Floccose Ruilopezia
  • Floccose Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia floccosa Standl. [unknown]

Description

Ruilopezia floccosa (also called 'Woolly Ruilopezia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem with many branches, and its leaves are oblong and covered with soft hairs. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides and meadows, and is often found in dry and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ruilopezia floccosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruilopezia floccosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round disc. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruilopezia floccosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ruilopezia floccosa

Ruilopezia floccosa is native to South America. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Ruilopezia floccosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia floccosa?

Ruilopezia floccosa

What is the family of Ruilopezia floccosa?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Ruilopezia floccosa?

Woolly Ruilopezia

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-21250: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.