Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
rufipilum
ID:
719562

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 81: 44 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000718895



Common Names

  • Heliotropium rufipilum
  • Rufous-haired Heliotrope
  • Rufous-haired Sunrope


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Synonyms

  • Tournefortia rufipila Benth. [unknown]
  • Heliotropium jaliscense J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Heliotropium physocalycium Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Heliotropium rufipilum anadenum I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Heliotropium urbanianum K.Krause [unknown]

Description

Heliotropium rufipilum (also called Red-Haired Heliotrope, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows in open, sunny areas, often in disturbed sites, and can reach a height of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are white or purple.

Uses & Benefits

Heliotropium rufipilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliotropium rufipilum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliotropium rufipilum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a pot of moist soil. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Heliotropium rufipilum

Heliotropium rufipilum is native to South Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Heliotropium rufipilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliotropium rufipilum?

Heliotropium rufipilum

What is the common name of Heliotropium rufipilum?

Red-Haired Heliotrope

What is the natural habitat of Heliotropium rufipilum?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Heliotropium genus

Heliotropium ziegleri, Heliotropium abbreviatum, Heliotropium acutiflorum, Heliotropium aegyptiacum, Heliotropium aenigmatum, Heliotropium aequoreum, Heliotropium agdense, Heliotropium albovillosum, Heliotropium albrechtii, Heliotropium alcyonium, Heliotropium ammophilum, Heliotropium amnis-edith, Heliotropium amplexicaule, Heliotropium anchusanthum, Heliotropium angiospermum, Heliotropium anomalum, Heliotropium antiatlanticum, Heliotropium apertum, Heliotropium arbainense, Heliotropium arborescens, Heliotropium arenicola, Heliotropium arenitense, Heliotropium arguzioides, Heliotropium argyreum, Heliotropium azzanum, Heliotropium bacciferum, Heliotropium balfourii, Heliotropium benadirense, Heliotropium biannulatiforme, Heliotropium biblianum, Heliotropium bogdanii, Heliotropium borasdjunense, Heliotropium bovei, Heliotropium brachygyne, Heliotropium brachythrix, Heliotropium bracteatum, Heliotropium brevilimbe, Heliotropium bucharicum, Heliotropium bullockii, Heliotropium buruense, Heliotropium calvariavis, Heliotropium chalcedonium, Heliotropium chaudharyanum, Heliotropium chenopodiaceum, Heliotropium chorassanicum, Heliotropium chrysocarpum, Heliotropium circinatum, Heliotropium collinum, Heliotropium confertiflorum, Heliotropium congestum,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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