Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
1329641

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342095





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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Roebuckiella cuneata is white or pale pink in colour, and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roebuckiella cuneata 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 cuneata

Roebuckiella cuneata is found in Western Australia.

Roebuckiella cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roebuckiella cuneata?

Roebuckiella cuneata

What is the common name of Roebuckiella cuneata?

Cuneate Roebuckiella

What is the natural habitat of Roebuckiella cuneata?

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

Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.