Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
92974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 375 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092303



Common Names

  • Round-Leaved Relhania
  • Round-Leaved Relhania Plant
  • Round-Leaved Relhania Flower


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Description

Relhania rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Relhania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Relhania rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Relhania rotundifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are covered in short hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Relhania rotundifolia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Relhania rotundifolia

Relhania rotundifolia is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Relhania rotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Relhania rotundifolia?

Relhania rotundifolia

What is the family of Relhania rotundifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Relhania rotundifolia?

Grasslands and scrublands

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,

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