Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
caulescens
ID:
523774

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moldenke) Hensold & Giul.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 451 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523106



Common Names

  • Caulescens Rondonanthus
  • Rondonanthus Caulescens
  • Caulescens' Rondonanthus


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Description

Rondonanthus caulescens (also called Caulescent Rondonanthus, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has hairy, oblong leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rondonanthus caulescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be grown in containers. It has yellow flowers that bloom in summer and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondonanthus caulescens is a small, bell-shaped, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondonanthus caulescens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in an acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Where to Find Rondonanthus caulescens

Rondonanthus caulescens can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Rondonanthus caulescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondonanthus caulescens?

Rondonanthus caulescens

What is the common name of Rondonanthus caulescens?

Cherry Bells

What type of plant is Rondonanthus caulescens?

Evergreen shrub

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:284405-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.