Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
graniticus
ID:
837342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 410 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836677



Common Names

  • Ricinocarpos graniticus
  • Graniticus Ricinocarpos
  • Graniticus Leaf Flower


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Description

Ricinocarpos graniticus (also called Graniticus Ricinocarpos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, where it is found in humid and semi-humid forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ricinocarpos graniticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ricinocarpos graniticus is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ricinocarpos graniticus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ricinocarpos graniticus

Ricinocarpos graniticus can be found in the Mediterranean region, in areas such as Italy, Croatia, and Albania.

Ricinocarpos graniticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ricinocarpos graniticus?

Ricinocarpos graniticus

What is the natural habitat of Ricinocarpos graniticus?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands.

What is the flowering period of Ricinocarpos graniticus?

It flowers from April to June.

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-373986: Based on the initial data import
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.