Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
ruiziana
ID:
1244678

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fée) E.H.Crane

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 22: 515 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244016



Common Names

  • Radiovittaria ruiziana
  • Ruiz's Radiovittaria
  • Ruiz's Wood Fern


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Description

Radiovittaria ruiziana (also called Ruiz's Broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual herb belonging to the Orobanchaceae family. It has yellowish-green stems, and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is native to California, and it is found in grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Radiovittaria ruiziana is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of dye, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Radiovittaria ruiziana are small, yellowish-green, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Radiovittaria ruiziana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The shrub should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Radiovittaria ruiziana

Radiovittaria ruiziana is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Radiovittaria ruiziana FAQ

What is the common name of Radiovittaria ruiziana?

Ruiz's Radiovittaria

What is the natural habitat of Radiovittaria ruiziana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

What is the average size of Radiovittaria ruiziana?

Up to 30 cm tall

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50127165: Based on the initial data import
Antoine Laurent Apollinaire Fée (1789-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fée' in the authors string.
Edmund H. Crane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Crane' in the authors string.