Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
calophylla
ID:
399503

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg ex G.Schellenb.) Jongkind

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap. 89(6): 317 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398835



Common Names

  • Rourea calophylla
  • Calophyllous Rourea
  • Calophyllous False Dandelion


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Synonyms

  • Paxia calophylla Gilg ex G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Spiropetalum calophyllum Gilg ex G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Spiropetalum erythrosepalum Gilg ex G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Spiropetalum phaeosepalum Gilg ex G.Schellenb. [unknown]

Description

Rourea calophylla (also called Calophyllum Rourea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in humid forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Rourea calophylla is used for its ornamental value, as a source of food for wildlife, and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rourea calophylla is a small yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rourea calophylla is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in coastal areas, lowland forests, and scrubland. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, Rourea calophylla requires little maintenance and is tolerant of dry conditions.

Where to Find Rourea calophylla

Rourea calophylla can be found in the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.

Rourea calophylla FAQ

What are the common names of Rourea calophylla?

Common names of Rourea calophylla include the beautiful-leaf rourea and the beautiful-leaf-flower rourea.

What type of soil does Rourea calophylla prefer?

Rourea calophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Rourea calophylla prefer?

Rourea calophylla prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Rourea genus

Rourea balansaeana, Rourea blanchetiana, Rourea cassioides, Rourea bahiensis, Rourea calophylla, Rourea amazonica, Rourea araguaensis, Rourea cuspidata, Rourea erythrocalyx, Rourea chrysomalla, Rourea coccinea, Rourea stenopetala, Rourea surinamensis, Rourea tenuis, Rourea thomsonii, Rourea thonneri, Rourea sprucei, Rourea foreroi, Rourea frutescens, Rourea grosourdyana, Rourea glabra, Rourea krukovii, Rourea solanderi, Rourea laurifolia, Rourea revoluta, Rourea mimosoides, Rourea minor, Rourea myriantha, Rourea neglecta, Rourea obliquifoliolata, Rourea pinnata, Rourea prainiana, Rourea prancei, Rourea oligophlebia, Rourea ovalis, Rourea parviflora, Rourea pubescens, Rourea pseudospadicea, Rourea duckei, Rourea kappleri, Rourea psammophila, Rourea glazioui, Rourea macrocalyx, Rourea carvalhoi, Rourea pseudogardneriana, Rourea luizalbertoi, Rourea emarginata, Rourea vulcanicola, Rourea calophylloides, Rourea aspleniifolia,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2415828: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Carel Christiaan Hugo Jongkind (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jongkind' in the authors string.
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.