Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rockii
ID:
1238640

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.G.Gilbert & P.T.Li) Liede

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Taxon 45: 206 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237978



Common Names

  • Vincetoxicum Rockii
  • Rock's Vincetoxicum
  • Rock's Periwinkle


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Description

Vincetoxicum rockii (also called Rock's vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is an annual herb with a stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum rockii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum rockii has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum rockii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum rockii

Vincetoxicum rockii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Vincetoxicum rockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum rockii?

Vincetoxicum rockii

What is the habitat of Vincetoxicum rockii?

It is found in moist meadows and grasslands in temperate regions.

What is the flowering period of Vincetoxicum rockii?

It flowers from May to August.

Species in the Vincetoxicum genus

Vincetoxicum mukdenense, Vincetoxicum rotundifolium, Vincetoxicum roylei, Vincetoxicum rupestre, Vincetoxicum miquelianum, Vincetoxicum mozaffarianii, Vincetoxicum pannonicum, Vincetoxicum parviflorum, Vincetoxicum nipponicum, Vincetoxicum nigrum, Vincetoxicum leschenaultii, Vincetoxicum irrawadense, Vincetoxicum juzepczukii, Vincetoxicum matsumurae, Vincetoxicum lycioides, Vincetoxicum macrophyllum, Vincetoxicum longifolium, Vincetoxicum tenerrimum, Vincetoxicum ucrainicum, Vincetoxicum yonakuniense, Vincetoxicum purpurascens, Vincetoxicum sibiricum, Vincetoxicum spirale, Vincetoxicum speciosum, Vincetoxicum scandens, Vincetoxicum schmalhausenii, Vincetoxicum caffrum, Vincetoxicum assadii, Vincetoxicum atratum, Vincetoxicum biglandulosum, Vincetoxicum belostemma, Vincetoxicum canescens, Vincetoxicum glaucescens, Vincetoxicum globiferum, Vincetoxicum fuscatum, Vincetoxicum huteri, Vincetoxicum helferi, Vincetoxicum heterophyllum, Vincetoxicum himalaicum, Vincetoxicum hirsutum, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, Vincetoxicum creticum, Vincetoxicum cordifolium, Vincetoxicum cissodes, Vincetoxicum chinense, Vincetoxicum erectum, Vincetoxicum dalzellii, Vincetoxicum exile, Vincetoxicum fasciculatum, Vincetoxicum flavum,

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 tro-50097280: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.