Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
79329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 135 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078658



Common Names

  • Raoulia glabra
  • Glabra's Raoulia
  • Glabra Raoulia


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Description

Raoulia glabra (also called 'Smooth raoulia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows in alpine and subalpine habitats, and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Raoulia glabra is a drought-tolerant plant and is often used for landscaping and as a groundcover. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Raoulia glabra is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raoulia glabra is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Raoulia glabra

Raoulia glabra is found in New Zealand.

Raoulia glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raoulia glabra?

Raoulia glabra

What is the common name of Raoulia glabra?

Smooth Raoulia

What is the natural habitat of Raoulia glabra?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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