Asteropeia rhopaloides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhopaloides
ID:
293264
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 564. 1886.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292596
Common Names
- Rhopaloides Star-flower
- Rhopaloides Asteropeia
- Asteropeia Rhopaloides
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- Rhodoclada rhopaloides Baker [unknown]
Description
Asteropeia rhopaloides (also called rhopaloides asteropeia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Asteropeia rhopaloides is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a source of timber for furniture and flooring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asteropeia rhopaloides has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asteropeia rhopaloides is a small shrub which grows up to 1m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilised in spring and summer.
Where to Find Asteropeia rhopaloides
Asteropeia rhopaloides can be found in the forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.
Asteropeia rhopaloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asteropeia rhopaloides?
Asteropeia rhopaloides
What is the common name of Asteropeia rhopaloides?
Rhopaloid asteropeia
What is the natural habitat of Asteropeia rhopaloides?
Asteropeia rhopaloides is native to Australia and is found in coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland.
Species in the Asteropeia genus
Species in the Asteropeiaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17451: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for Rhodoclada rhopaloides Baker: Based on Nov 2022 update