Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
rhomboideus
ID:
626605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 1: t. 32 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625937



Common Names

  • Rhomboideus Cremolobus
  • Cremolobus Rhomboideus
  • Rhomboideus Tree


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Synonyms

  • Urbanodoxa rhomboidea Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Cremolobus rhomboideus (also called Rhomboideus Cremolobus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cremolobus rhomboideus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremolobus rhomboideus is white or yellowish, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, smooth, globose nut. The seedlings are small and have a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremolobus rhomboideus is a tropical shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed. Water it regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is relatively drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cremolobus rhomboideus

Cremolobus rhomboideus is native to Bolivia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Cremolobus rhomboideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremolobus rhomboideus?

Cremolobus rhomboideus

What is the common name of Cremolobus rhomboideus?

Rhomboideus

What type of plant is Cremolobus rhomboideus?

Herb

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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