Cunonia rupicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
630042
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hoogland
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 17 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629374
Common Names
- Cunonia rupicola
- Rupicola Cunonia
- Rupicola Cunonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cunonia rupicola (also called Rock Cunonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It typically grows to a height of 4-7 m and has a spread of 2-4 m. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins, often in moist, sheltered gullies and along creek banks.
Uses & Benefits
Cunonia rupicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cunonia rupicola is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cunonia rupicola is a small, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Cunonia rupicola
Cunonia rupicola is native to New Caledonia. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as montane forests and bamboo forests.
Cunonia rupicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cunonia rupicola?
Cunonia rupicola
What are the uses of Cunonia rupicola?
Cunonia rupicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits.
What is the origin of Cunonia rupicola?
Cunonia rupicola is native to Southeast Asia.
Species in the Cunonia genus
Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii, Cunonia linearisepala, Cunonia macrophylla, Cunonia montana, Cunonia pseudoverticillata, Cunonia pterophylla, Cunonia pulchella, Cunonia purpurea, Cunonia rotundifolia, Cunonia rupicola, Cunonia schinziana, Cunonia varijuga, Cunonia vieillardii, Cunonia dickisonii, Cunonia koghicola, Cunonia bopopensis,
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2747457: Based on the initial data import
Ruurd Dirk Hoogland (1922-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoogland' in the authors string.