Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
apiifolium
ID:
64818

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.G.Gilbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36(3): 591 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064147



Common Names

  • Rastrophyllum
  • Apiifolium
  • Apiifolium Rastrophyllum


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Description

Rastrophyllum apiifolium (also called Api-leaved Rastrophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady habitats. It is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rastrophyllum apiifolium is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rastrophyllum apiifolium has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rastrophyllum apiifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Rastrophyllum apiifolium

Rastrophyllum apiifolium can be found in South America, primarily in the Andes Mountains. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Rastrophyllum apiifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rastrophyllum apiifolium?

Rastrophyllum apiifolium

What is the common name of Rastrophyllum apiifolium?

Apple-leaved Rastrophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Rastrophyllum apiifolium?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Rastrophyllum genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-21108: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.