Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
rockinghamensis
ID:
941639

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) P.I.Forst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 9: 8 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000940977



Common Names

  • Aleurites rockinghamensis
  • Rockinghamensis Aleurites
  • Rockingham Aleurites


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Description

Aleurites rockinghamensis (also called 'Rockinghamensis' and 'Rockinghamensis Aleurites', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aleurites rockinghamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aleurites rockinghamensis is white with a yellowish-green lip, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aleurites rockinghamensis is a species of tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season and pruned regularly to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Aleurites rockinghamensis

Aleurites rockinghamensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Species in the Aleurites genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-5945: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.