Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
linearis
ID:
402795

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 117 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402127



Common Names

  • Raphionacme Linearis
  • Linear Wild Petunia
  • Linear Ruellia


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Synonyms

  • Raphionacme linearis puberula K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Raphionacme linearis glabra K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Raphiacme linearis K.Schum. [deprecated]

Description

Raphionacme linearis (also called Wild Petunia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in moist, sandy soils and in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Raphionacme linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raphionacme linearis has white flowers with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raphionacme linearis is a perennial herb with a woody rootstock. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Raphionacme linearis

Raphionacme linearis is native to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Raphionacme linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raphionacme linearis?

Raphionacme linearis

What is the family of Raphionacme linearis?

Asclepiadaceae

What is the habitat of Raphionacme linearis?

Dry woodland and scrub

Species in the Raphionacme genus

Raphionacme angolensis, Raphionacme arabica, Raphionacme borenensis, Raphionacme brownii, Raphionacme caerulea, Raphionacme chimanimaniana, Raphionacme linearis, Raphionacme lucens, Raphionacme lanceolata, Raphionacme longituba, Raphionacme inconspicua, Raphionacme madiensis, Raphionacme michelii, Raphionacme moyalica, Raphionacme longifolia, Raphionacme galpinii, Raphionacme dyeri, Raphionacme elsana, Raphionacme keayi, Raphionacme flanaganii, Raphionacme globosa, Raphionacme grandiflora, Raphionacme haeneliae, Raphionacme hirsuta, Raphionacme namibiana, Raphionacme zeyheri, Raphionacme palustris, Raphionacme procumbens, Raphionacme pulchella, Raphionacme welwitschii, Raphionacme splendens, Raphionacme sylvicola, Raphionacme utilis, Raphionacme velutina, Raphionacme vignei, Raphionacme villicorona,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,