Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
marcescens
ID:
45417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 53 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044746



Common Names

  • Ruilopezia marcescens
  • Marcescent Lopezia
  • Lopezia Marcescens


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Synonyms

  • Espeletia marcescens S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Ruilopezia marcescens (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and in areas with full sun exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Ruilopezia marcescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ruilopezia marcescens has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The fruits are cylindrical and contain several black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ruilopezia marcescens is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated from cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm long. Place the cuttings in a well-drained medium such as sand, perlite, or vermiculite and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted out in their permanent positions.

Where to Find Ruilopezia marcescens

Ruilopezia marcescens is native to the Mediterranean region.

Ruilopezia marcescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ruilopezia marcescens?

Ruilopezia marcescens

What is the common name of Ruilopezia marcescens?

Marcescent Ruilopezia

What is the growth habit of Ruilopezia marcescens?

It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit

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-143279: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.