Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
heldreichii
ID:
405648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Janka ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 169 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404980



Common Names

  • Ramonda heldreichii
  • Heldreich's Ramonda
  • Ramonda


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Synonyms

  • Jankaea heldreichii Boiss. [unknown]
  • Haberlea heldreichii Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Ramonda heldreichii (also called Heldreich's Ramonda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy soils. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Ramonda heldreichii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and water gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ramonda heldreichii has small, yellow flowers with 5 petals and 10 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ramonda heldreichii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Ramonda heldreichii

Ramonda heldreichii is a species of flowering plant found in the mountains of southeastern Europe.

Ramonda heldreichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ramonda heldreichii?

Ramonda heldreichii

What is the common name of Ramonda heldreichii?

Heldreich's Ramonda

What is the natural habitat of Ramonda heldreichii?

It is found in moist woods, thickets, and meadows

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Victor von Janka (1837-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janka' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:382348-1: Based on the initial data import