Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
mccoyi
ID:
402957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos & Mies

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 73: 302 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402289



Common Names

  • McCoy's Rhytidocaulon
  • Rhytidocaulon mccoyi
  • Rhytidocaulon mccoyi var. mccoyi


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Description

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi (also called McCoy's Rhytidocaulon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a short, woody stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, in scrubland, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix with some organic matter and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Rhytidocaulon mccoyi

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi is native to Ethiopia. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhytidocaulon mccoyi?

Rhytidocaulon mccoyi

What is the common name of Rhytidocaulon mccoyi?

McCoy's Rhytidocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Rhytidocaulon mccoyi?

Woodland and grassland

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

John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.
Bruno A. Mies (d.2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mies' in the authors string.