Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
fennanei
ID:
745182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reduron, Mathez & S.R.Downie

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Gallica 156: 496 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744515

Common Names

  • Pseudoridolfia fennanei
  • Fennane's pseudoridolfia
  • Fennane's false foxglove

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Description

Pseudoridolfia fennanei (also called Fennane's False Rhododendron, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Morocco. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, forming dense mats of foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoridolfia fennanei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudoridolfia fennanei is a yellow, 5-lobed corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoridolfia fennanei is a perennial herb that is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Pseudoridolfia fennanei

Pseudoridolfia fennanei can be found in Central and South America.

Pseudoridolfia fennanei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudoridolfia fennanei?

Pseudoridolfia fennanei

What is the habitat of Pseudoridolfia fennanei?

Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs

What is the flowering period of Pseudoridolfia fennanei?

April to June

Species in the Pseudoridolfia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Stephen R. Downie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Downie' in the authors string.
Joël Mathez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathez' in the authors string.
Jean-Pierre Reduron (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reduron' in the authors string.