Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
acopanensis
ID:
523730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moldenke) Hensold & Giul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 447 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523062



Common Names

  • Rondonanthus acopanensis
  • Acopan Rondonanthus
  • Acopan Rondonanthus Plant


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Description

Rondonanthus acopanensis (also called Acopan Tepui Rondonanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, typically growing to 1–2 m tall. It is native to the mountains of Venezuela and Guyana. It is found in moist forests at altitudes of 1000–3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rondonanthus acopanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rondonanthus acopanensis var. acopanensis
Rondonanthus acopanensis var. obtusifolius (Moldenke) Hensold & Giul.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondonanthus acopanensis is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondonanthus acopanensis is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Rondonanthus acopanensis

Rondonanthus acopanensis is native to the Eastern Himalayas in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist forests and shrublands at elevations of 1,000-3,000 m.

Rondonanthus acopanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondonanthus acopanensis?

Rondonanthus acopanensis

What is the natural habitat of Rondonanthus acopanensis?

Rondonanthus acopanensis is native to the Eastern Himalayas

What is the flower color of Rondonanthus acopanensis?

Rondonanthus acopanensis has white or pink flowers

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Giulietti (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giul.' in the authors string.
Nancy Hensold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hensold' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:284402-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.