Raphiocarpus sinicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinicus
ID:
402971
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chun
Source:
cmp
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 6: 275 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402303
Common Names
- Chinese Raphiocarpus
- Raphiocarpus sinicus
- Raphiocarpus sinicus var. sinicus
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- Didissandra sinica (Chun) W.T.Wang [unknown]
Description
Raphiocarpus sinicus (also called Chinese Raphiocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a short, woody stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, in scrubland, and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Raphiocarpus sinicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Raphiocarpus sinicus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raphiocarpus sinicus can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix with some organic matter and kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Raphiocarpus sinicus
Raphiocarpus sinicus is native to China. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Raphiocarpus sinicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphiocarpus sinicus?
Raphiocarpus sinicus
What is the common name of Raphiocarpus sinicus?
Chinese Raphiocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Raphiocarpus sinicus?
Grassland and scrubland
Species in the Raphiocarpus genus
Raphiocarpus annamensis, Raphiocarpus macrosiphon, Raphiocarpus sinicus, Raphiocarpus begoniifolius, Raphiocarpus maguanensis, Raphiocarpus evrardii, Raphiocarpus asper, Raphiocarpus clemensiae, Raphiocarpus petelotii, Raphiocarpus aureus, Raphiocarpus longipedunculatus, Raphiocarpus sesquifolius, Raphiocarpus tamdaoensis, Raphiocarpus jinpingensis,
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
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:382361-1: Based on the initial data import