Rafnia ecklonis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Mey.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr.: 13 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733844
Common Names
- Rafnia ecklonis
- Ecklon's Rafnia
- Ecklonis Rafnia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rafnia ecklonis (also called Ecklon's rafnia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the alpine regions of Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. Its habitats include rocky slopes, dry grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rafnia ecklonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and has a long flowering season.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rafnia ecklonis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rafnia ecklonis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Where to Find Rafnia ecklonis
Rafnia ecklonis is native to the Mediterranean region.
Rafnia ecklonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafnia ecklonis?
Rafnia ecklonis
What is the common name of Rafnia ecklonis?
Ecklon's Rafnia
What is the natural habitat of Rafnia ecklonis?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Rafnia genus
Rafnia racemosa, Rafnia affinis, Rafnia amplexicaulis, Rafnia angulata, Rafnia axillaris, Rafnia capensis, Rafnia crassifolia, Rafnia crispa, Rafnia cuneifolia, Rafnia elliptica, Rafnia diffusa, Rafnia divaricata, Rafnia lancea, Rafnia opposita, Rafnia ovata, Rafnia retroflexa, Rafnia spicata, Rafnia triflora, Rafnia virens, Rafnia lebeckioides, Rafnia ecklonis, Rafnia erecta, Rafnia gibba, Rafnia capensis, Rafnia schlechteriana, Rafnia alata, Rafnia rostrata, Rafnia globosa, Rafnia inaequalis, Rafnia vlokii, Rafnia acuminata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:517013-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Rafnia ecklonis E.Mey.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.