Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
roraimae
ID:
523819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Herzog

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 29: 210 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523151



Common Names

  • Rondonanthus roraimae
  • Roraima Rondonanthus
  • Roraima-berry Rondonanthus


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Description

Rondonanthus roraimae (also called Roraima 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 roraimae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rondonanthus roraimae has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondonanthus roraimae is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Rondonanthus roraimae

Rondonanthus roraimae can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Rondonanthus roraimae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondonanthus roraimae?

Rondonanthus roraimae

What is the natural habitat of Rondonanthus roraimae?

It is found in the Andes mountains in South America.

What is the flowering season of Rondonanthus roraimae?

It flowers in the spring and summer months.

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

Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:222101-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.