Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
686874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engelm. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 77 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686207



Common Names

  • Fendlera rupicola
  • Fendlera Rock-Loving
  • Rock-Loving Fendlera


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Description

Fendlera rupicola (also called the Rock Fendlera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has a short stem and thick, fleshy leaves. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Fendlera rupicola is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fendlera rupicola is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fendlera rupicola is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Fendlera rupicola

Fendlera rupicola can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Fendlera rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fendlera rupicola?

Fendlera rupicola

What is the common name of Fendlera rupicola?

Rock fendlera

What is the natural habitat of Fendlera rupicola?

Rocky slopes and cliffs in the southwestern United States

Species in the Fendlera genus

Species in the Hydrangeaceae family

Carpenteria californica, Deutzia albida, Deutzia aspera, Deutzia baroniana, Deutzia bhutanensis, Deutzia bomiensis, Deutzia breviloba, Deutzia bungoensis, Deutzia calycosa, Deutzia cinerascens, Deutzia compacta, Deutzia coriacea, Deutzia corymbosa, Deutzia crassidentatus, Deutzia crassifolia, Deutzia crenata, Deutzia cymuligera, Deutzia discolor, Deutzia esquirolii, Deutzia faberi, Deutzia floribunda, Deutzia glabrata, Deutzia glauca, Deutzia glaucophylla, Deutzia glomeruliflora, Deutzia gracilis, Deutzia grandiflora, Deutzia hatusimae, Deutzia henryi, Deutzia heterophylla, Deutzia hookeriana, Deutzia hypoglauca, Deutzia longifolia, Deutzia macrantha, Deutzia maximowicziana, Deutzia mexicana, Deutzia mollis, Deutzia monbeigii, Deutzia muliensis, Deutzia multiradiata, Deutzia nanchuanensis, Deutzia naseana, Deutzia ningpoensis, Deutzia oaxacana, Deutzia obtusilobata, Deutzia occidentalis, Deutzia ogatai, Deutzia paniculata, Deutzia parviflora, Deutzia pilosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2808069: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.