Roycea spinescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinescens
ID:
1295874
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Gardner
Source:
tro
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 32: 79 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295212
Common Names
- Roycea spinescens
- Spiny Roycea
- Spiny-leaf Roycea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Roycea spinescens (also called Spiny Roycea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Roycea spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Roycea spinescens has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Roycea spinescens is best done through seed sowing. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps.
Where to Find Roycea spinescens
Roycea spinescens is found in the arid regions of South Australia, New South Wales and Victoria.
Roycea spinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roycea spinescens?
Roycea spinescens
What is the common name of Roycea spinescens?
Spiny Roycea
What type of plant is Roycea spinescens?
It is a herb
Species in the Roycea genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7201923: Based on the initial data import
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.