Romnalda ophiopogonoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ophiopogonoides
ID:
837297
Status:
valid
Authors:
Conran, P.I.Forst. & Donnon
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Telopea 12: 173 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836632
Common Names
- Romnalda ophiopogonoides
- Ophiopogon-like Romnalda
- Ophiopogon Romnalda
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Romnalda ophiopogonoides (also called Ophiopogonoid Romnalda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 6 m in height, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Romnalda ophiopogonoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Romnalda ophiopogonoides are small and white with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Romnalda ophiopogonoides can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Romnalda ophiopogonoides
Romnalda ophiopogonoides is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Romnalda ophiopogonoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Romnalda ophiopogonoides?
Romnalda ophiopogonoides
What is the natural habitat of Romnalda ophiopogonoides?
It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
What is the flowering period of Romnalda ophiopogonoides?
It flowers from April to June.
Species in the Romnalda genus
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-373918: Based on the initial data import
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
John Godfrey Conran (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Conran' in the authors string.
Matthew Donnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donnon' in the authors string.