Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
rufopilosa
ID:
1332725

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hultén) D.F.Murray & Elven

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 9: 7 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345179



Common Names

  • Micranthes rufopilosa
  • Rufopilosa Micranthes
  • Micranthes rufidula


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Description

Micranthes rufopilosa (also called Micranthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Saxifragaceae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Micranthes rufopilosa is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micranthes rufopilosa has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micranthes rufopilosa is a tropical plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Micranthes rufopilosa

Micranthes rufopilosa can be found in the temperate forests of North America.

Micranthes rufopilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micranthes rufopilosa?

Micranthes rufopilosa

What are the common names of Micranthes rufopilosa?

Common names include Red-haired Micranthes and Red-haired Micranthes.

Where is Micranthes rufopilosa native to?

Micranthes rufopilosa is native to South America, specifically Peru and Ecuador.

Species in the Micranthes genus

Micranthes palmeri, Micranthes nivalis, Micranthes melaleuca, Micranthes tilingiana, Micranthes purpurascens, Micranthes hieraciifolia, Micranthes mexicana, Micranthes merkii, Micranthes redofskyi, Micranthes gageana, Micranthes pensylvanica, Micranthes rufidula, Micranthes lyallii, Micranthes nelsoniana, Micranthes apetala, Micranthes aprica, Micranthes californica, Micranthes davurica, Micranthes eriophora, Micranthes fragosa, Micranthes gaspensis, Micranthes howellii, Micranthes integrifolia, Micranthes marshallii, Micranthes nidifica, Micranthes occidentalis, Micranthes odontoloma, Micranthes oregana, Micranthes punctata, Micranthes reflexa, Micranthes rhomboidea, Micranthes texana, Micranthes tenuis, Micranthes subapetala, Micranthes spicata, Micranthes clavistaminea, Micranthes pallida, Micranthes parvula, Micranthes melanocentra, Micranthes atrata, Micranthes lumpuensis, Micranthes divaricata, Micranthes davidii, Micranthes tolmiei, Micranthes stellaris, Micranthes foliolosa, Micranthes ferruginea, Micranthes bryophora, Micranthes nudicaulis, Micranthes razshivinii,

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

References

Eric Hultén (1894-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hultén' in the authors string.
Reidar Elven (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elven' in the authors string.
David Fletcher Murray (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Murray' in the authors string.