Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubens
ID:
127958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 414 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127287



Common Names

  • Tilesia Rubens
  • Red Tilesia
  • Red Tilesia Rubens


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Description

Tilesia rubens (also called Red tilesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a single flower head. It is native to South Africa and is found in a variety of habitats including grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tilesia rubens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tilesia rubens is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tilesia rubens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny, well-drained position. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny, well-drained position.

Where to Find Tilesia rubens

Tilesia rubens is native to South America, where it is found in the Andes Mountains.

Tilesia rubens FAQ

What type of plant is Tilesia rubens?

Tilesia rubens is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Tilesia rubens found?

Tilesia rubens is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Tilesia rubens?

Tilesia rubens is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Tilesia genus

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

John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Edward Johnston Alexander (1901-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alexander' in the authors string.