Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cheilocarpa
ID:
1329638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) P.S.Short

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 28(2): 221 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342092





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Description

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa (also called Roebuckiella, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa var. glabrata (P.S.Short) P.S.Short
Roebuckiella cheilocarpa var. integra (P.S.Short) P.S.Short
Roebuckiella cheilocarpa var. quobbensis (P.S.Short) P.S.Short

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Roebuckiella cheilocarpa is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Western Australia and prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Roebuckiella cheilocarpa

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa is found in Western Australia.

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roebuckiella cheilocarpa?

Roebuckiella cheilocarpa

What is the common name of Roebuckiella cheilocarpa?

Cheilocarpous Roebuckiella

What is the natural habitat of Roebuckiella cheilocarpa?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.