Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rapensis
ID:
65743

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 130: 366 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065072



Common Names

  • Fitchia
  • Fitchia rapensis
  • Rapensis


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Synonyms

  • Fitchia rapensis rapensis [unknown]
  • Fitchia rapensis mototungae F.Br. [unknown]

Description

Fitchia rapensis (also called Fitchia rapa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers that appear in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Fitchia rapensis is an attractive ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a hedge plant, and its foliage is often used in flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fitchia rapensis is a yellow-green head with small, tubular florets. The seed is a small, black, oblong achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fitchia rapensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage fresh growth in spring.

Where to Find Fitchia rapensis

Fitchia rapensis is found in the islands of Rapa and Raivavae in French Polynesia.

Fitchia rapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fitchia rapensis?

Fitchia rapensis

What is the common name of Fitchia rapensis?

Rapa fitchia

What is the natural habitat of Fitchia rapensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References