Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucactina
ID:
7685

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 52 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007014



Common Names

  • Ruilopezia leucactina
  • Leucactina Ruilopezia
  • Ruilopezia


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia leucactina Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Ruilopezia leucactina (also called White-Flowered Ruilopezia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and in cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ruilopezia leucactina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ruilopezia leucactina is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruilopezia leucactina can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate within 10-14 days.

Where to Find Ruilopezia leucactina

Ruilopezia leucactina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry areas.

Ruilopezia leucactina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia leucactina?

Ruilopezia leucactina

What is the common name of Ruilopezia leucactina?

White-spotted ruilopezia

What is the natural habitat of Ruilopezia leucactina?

Grassy meadows and pastures

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-106770: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.