Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pulchella
ID:
402937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Venter & R.L.Verh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 54: 72 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402269

Common Names

  • Raphionacme pulchella
  • Coral Plant
  • Coral Flower

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Description

Raphionacme pulchella (also called Pretty raphionacme, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Raphionacme pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raphionacme pulchella has white flowers with a yellow centre and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raphionacme pulchella is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix and requires full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Raphionacme pulchella

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

Raphionacme pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raphionacme pulchella?

Raphionacme pulchella

What is the common name of Raphionacme pulchella?

Pretty Raphionacme

What is the natural habitat of Raphionacme pulchella?

Grassland and scrubland

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2422061: Based on the initial data import
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.
Rudolf L. Verhoeven (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Verh.' in the authors string.