Status:
valid
Authors:
(Eckl. & Zeyh.) R.H.Archer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 63: 118 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399166
Common Names
- Robsonodendron eucleiforme
- Eucleiforme Robsonodendron
- Eucleiforme False Nettle
Description
Robsonodendron eucleiforme (also called 'White-flowered Robsonodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a shrub or small tree growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan, and in western China. It is found in forests, scrub, and along streams, at altitudes of 1500-3000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Robsonodendron eucleiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Robsonodendron eucleiforme has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Robsonodendron eucleiforme is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or fall.
Where to Find Robsonodendron eucleiforme
Robsonodendron eucleiforme is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Robsonodendron eucleiforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robsonodendron eucleiforme?
Robsonodendron eucleiforme
What is the common name of Robsonodendron eucleiforme?
Eucleiforme Robsonodendron
Where does Robsonodendron eucleiforme grow?
It grows in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala
Species in the Robsonodendron genus
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Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,