Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ruber
ID:
80669

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aristeg.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(4): 416 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079998



Common Names

  • Red Tuberculocarpus
  • Red Carrot
  • Red Tuberculocarpus Carrot


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Synonyms

  • Wedelia rubra (Aristeg.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Aspilia rubra Aristeg. [unknown]

Description

Tuberculocarpus ruber (also called Red Tuberculocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tuberculocarpus ruber is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its edible fruits. It is also used for its fiber, which is used to make paper and rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tuberculocarpus ruber is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tuberculocarpus ruber is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Tuberculocarpus ruber

Tuberculocarpus ruber can be found in the South American countries of Brazil and Argentina.

Tuberculocarpus ruber FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tuberculocarpus ruber?

Tuberculocarpus ruber

What is the common name of Tuberculocarpus ruber?

Red Tuberculocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Tuberculocarpus ruber?

Tuberculocarpus ruber is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Species in the Tuberculocarpus 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-36567: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.