Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leiolepis
ID:
64066

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Victorian Inst. Advancem. Sci. i. (1855) 131.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063395



Common Names

  • Rutidosis leiolepis
  • Rutidosis Daisy
  • Leiolepis Rutidosis


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Description

Rutidosis leiolepis (also called Silverleaf Daisy, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has silvery-green foliage and yellow daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rutidosis leiolepis is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rutidosis leiolepis has small, yellow flower heads that are made up of many tiny flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rutidosis leiolepis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Rutidosis leiolepis

Rutidosis leiolepis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Rutidosis leiolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rutidosis leiolepis?

Rutidosis leiolepis

What is the family of Rutidosis leiolepis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Rutidosis leiolepis?

Rough Rice-flower

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