Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
petelotii
ID:
1042560

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pellegr.) B.L.Burtt

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 70: 174 (1997-1998 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041898



Common Names

  • Raphiocarpus petelotii
  • Petelot's Raphiocarpus
  • Petelot's False Agathis


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Description

Raphiocarpus petelotii (also called Petelot's Raphiocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rapateaceae. It is native to Bolivia. It is found in montane forests, at elevations of 1,800–2,400 metres (5,900–7,900 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Raphiocarpus petelotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Raphiocarpus petelotii has small, white flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raphiocarpus petelotii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Raphiocarpus petelotii

Raphiocarpus petelotii is native to India and can be found in the Eastern Himalayas.

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

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.