Roella decurrens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
818810
Status:
valid
Authors:
L'Hér.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Sert. Angl. : 4 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818144
Common Names
- Roella Decurrens
- Decurrent Roella
- Decurrens Roella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Roella decurrens (also called Roella decurrens, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has an upright stem with long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in humid forests and is found in wet, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Roella decurrens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used for firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Roella decurrens is white and fragrant. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Roella decurrens is a hardy evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered during dry periods. It is tolerant of salt spray and can be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Where to Find Roella decurrens
Roella decurrens can be found in South Africa.
Roella decurrens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roella decurrens?
Roella decurrens
What is the common name of Roella decurrens?
Decurrent Olive
What is the natural habitat of Roella decurrens?
Mediterranean region
Species in the Roella genus
Roella recurvata, Roella ciliata, Roella bryoides, Roella compacta, Roella arenaria, Roella amplexicaulis, Roella incurva, Roella goodiana, Roella glomerata, Roella dunantii, Roella dregeana, Roella decurrens, Roella prostrata, Roella muscosa, Roella maculata, Roella latiloba, Roella triflora, Roella squarrosa, Roella spicata, Roella secunda, Roella uncinata, Roella amplexicaule, Roella squarrosa, Roella divina,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-355958: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.