Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hutch.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 401 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093229
Common Names
- Radlkoferotoma berroi
- Berro's Radlkoferotoma
- Radlkoferotoma
Description
Radlkoferotoma berroi (also called Berro's radlkoferotoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Canary Islands. It has a bushy, upright habit and small, leathery, dark green leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Radlkoferotoma berroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Radlkoferotoma berroi has yellow-white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. Seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Radlkoferotoma berroi is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Radlkoferotoma berroi
Radlkoferotoma berroi is native to South America, from Argentina to Peru. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Radlkoferotoma berroi FAQ
What type of soil does Radlkoferotoma berroi prefer?
Radlkoferotoma berroi prefers sandy, well-drained soils.
What is the optimal temperature for Radlkoferotoma berroi?
Radlkoferotoma berroi prefers temperatures between 65-75°F.
How much sunlight does Radlkoferotoma berroi need?
Radlkoferotoma berroi needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Radlkoferotoma genus
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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,