Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
734363

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 25: 61 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733696



Common Names

  • Rauhia multiflora
  • Multiflora Rauhia
  • Rauhia


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Description

Rauhia multiflora (also called 'Many-flowered Pincushion', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white to pink flowers. It is native to New Zealand and grows in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Rauhia multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rauhia multiflora has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rauhia multiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rauhia multiflora

Rauhia multiflora is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia, where it grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland.

Rauhia multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rauhia multiflora?

Rauhia multiflora

What type of plant is Rauhia multiflora?

It is a succulent plant

What is the natural habitat of Rauhia multiflora?

It is native to the Canary Islands

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-286891: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.