Rhodocolea humblotiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humblotiana
ID:
1286812
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Phillipson & Callm.
Source:
tro
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Candollea 70: 264 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286150
Common Names
- Humblot's Rhodocolea
- Rhodocolea humblotiana
- Humblot's Rhodocolea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodocolea humblotiana (also called Humblot's Rhodocolea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching up to 6 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodocolea humblotiana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rhodocolea humblotiana are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodocolea humblotiana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Rhodocolea humblotiana
Rhodocolea humblotiana is native to Madagascar. It is found in moist forests, wet grasslands, and along streams and rivers. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Rhodocolea humblotiana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Rhodocolea humblotiana?
Rhodocolea humblotiana is native to Madagascar.
What is the size of Rhodocolea humblotiana?
Rhodocolea humblotiana is a small, shrubby plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the water requirement of Rhodocolea humblotiana?
Rhodocolea humblotiana requires regular watering during the growing season.
Species in the Rhodocolea genus
Rhodocolea racemosa, Rhodocolea involucrata, Rhodocolea linearis, Rhodocolea perrieri, Rhodocolea telfairiae, Rhodocolea nobilis, Rhodocolea boivinii, Rhodocolea lemuriphila, Rhodocolea multiflora, Rhodocolea humbertii, Rhodocolea parvifoliolata, Rhodocolea ranirisonii, Rhodocolea parviflora, Rhodocolea magnifica, Rhodocolea compressa, Rhodocolea humblotiana,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77153337-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].