Faroa richardsiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardsiae
ID:
686511
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Taylor
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Garcia de Orta, Sér. Bot. 1: 73 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685844
Common Names
- Faroa richardsiae
- Faroa Richardsiae
- Faroa richardsiae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Faroa richardsiae (also called 'Richards' Faroa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangroves.
Uses & Benefits
Faroa richardsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a source of fuel and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Faroa richardsiae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have three, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Faroa richardsiae is a small, succulent, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Faroa richardsiae
Faroa richardsiae is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Faroa richardsiae FAQ
What are the common names of Faroa richardsiae?
Faroa richardsiae is commonly known as Richards' Faroa.
What is the natural habitat of Faroa richardsiae?
Faroa richardsiae is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the average size of Faroa richardsiae?
Faroa richardsiae typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.
Species in the Faroa genus
Faroa acaulis, Faroa acuminata, Faroa affinis, Faroa alata, Faroa amara, Faroa axillaris, Faroa chalcophila, Faroa corniculata, Faroa duvigneaudii, Faroa fanshawei, Faroa graveolens, Faroa hutchinsonii, Faroa involucrata, Faroa malaissei, Faroa minutiflora, Faroa pusilla, Faroa richardsiae, Faroa salutaris, Faroa schaijesiorum,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,
References
Peter Taylor (1926-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Taylor' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:367658-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.