Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 9: 325 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899588
Common Names
- Ryparosa cauliflora
- Cauliflora Ryparosa
- Cauliflora Foxtail
Description
Ryparosa cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Ryparosa, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to tropical Africa, Australia, and Asia. It is typically found in moist areas, such as wet forests, swamps, and along the banks of streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ryparosa cauliflora is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ryparosa cauliflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Ryparosa cauliflora is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings of Ryparosa cauliflora are small, green, and have a single seed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ryparosa cauliflora is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Ryparosa cauliflora
Ryparosa cauliflora can be found in open grasslands and woodlands in eastern Australia.
Ryparosa cauliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ryparosa cauliflora?
Ryparosa cauliflora
What is the common name of Ryparosa cauliflora?
Cauliflora Ryparosa
What is the family of Ryparosa cauliflora?
Rubiaceae
Species in the Ryparosa genus
Ryparosa wallichii,
Ryparosa cauliflora,
Ryparosa glauca,
Ryparosa hirsuta,
Ryparosa javanica,
Ryparosa kostermansii,
Ryparosa porcata,
Ryparosa micromera,
Ryparosa minor,
Ryparosa multinervosa,
Ryparosa calotricha,
Ryparosa acuminata,
Ryparosa baccaureoides,
Ryparosa anterides,
Ryparosa kurrangii,
Ryparosa maculata,
Ryparosa maycockii,
Ryparosa milleri,
Ryparosa fasciculata,
Ryparosa hullettii,
Ryparosa kunstleri,
Ryparosa wrayi,
Ryparosa caesia,
Ryparosa kingii,
Species in the Achariaceae family
Acharia tragodes,
Ahernia glandulosa,
Baileyoxylon lanceolatum,
Buchnerodendron lasiocalyx,
Buchnerodendron speciosum,
Caloncoba brevipes,
Caloncoba crepiniana,
Caloncoba echinata,
Caloncoba flagelliflora,
Caloncoba gilgiana,
Caloncoba glauca,
Caloncoba lophocarpa,
Caloncoba subtomentosa,
Caloncoba suffruticosa,
Caloncoba welwitschii,
Camptostylus kivuensis,
Camptostylus mannii,
Camptostylus ovalis,
Carpotroche amazonica,
Carpotroche brasiliensis,
Carpotroche criapidentata,
Carpotroche froesiana,
Carpotroche grandiflora,
Carpotroche integrifolia,
Carpotroche longifolia,
Carpotroche pacifica,
Carpotroche platyptera,
Carpotroche ramosii,
Carpotroche surinamensis,
Carpotroche grandiflora,
Carpotroche crispidentata,
Carpotroche caceresiae,
Ceratiosicyos laevis,
Chiangiodendron mexicanum,
Chlorocarpa pentaschista,
Dasylepis blackii,
Dasylepis eggelingii,
Dasylepis integra,
Dasylepis racemosa,
Dasylepis seretii,
Dasylepis thomasii,
Eleutherandra pes-cervi,
Erythrospermum acuminatissimum,
Erythrospermum ampullaceum,
Erythrospermum boivinianum,
Erythrospermum candidum,
Erythrospermum capitatum,
Erythrospermum coffeaefolium,
Erythrospermum corymbosum,
Erythrospermum crassipes,