Status:
valid
Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 36: 142 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810026
Common Names
- Romulea singularis
- Singularis
- Singularis Romulea
Description
Romulea singularis (also called Singular Romulea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Romulea singularis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Romulea singularis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Romulea singularis is a bulbous perennial native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Offsets should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Romulea singularis
Romulea singularis is native to South Africa.
Romulea singularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Romulea singularis?
Romulea singularis
What are the common names of Romulea singularis?
Single romulea
What is the natural habitat of Romulea singularis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South Africa
Species in the Romulea genus
Romulea bulbocodium,
Romulea biflora,
Romulea autumnalis,
Romulea austinii,
Romulea cedarbergensis,
Romulea corsica,
Romulea congoensis,
Romulea clusiana,
Romulea camerooniana,
Romulea viridibracteata,
Romulea villaretii,
Romulea vlokii,
Romulea unifolia,
Romulea malaniae,
Romulea maroccana,
Romulea melitensis,
Romulea membranacea,
Romulea minutiflora,
Romulea multifida,
Romulea merinoi,
Romulea nivalis,
Romulea papyracea,
Romulea obscura,
Romulea monticola,
Romulea namaquensis,
Romulea multisulcata,
Romulea montana,
Romulea monadelpha,
Romulea numidica,
Romulea insularis,
Romulea hantamensis,
Romulea hirsuta,
Romulea ligustica,
Romulea jordanii,
Romulea jugicola,
Romulea kamisensis,
Romulea hirta,
Romulea luteiflora,
Romulea komsbergensis,
Romulea linaresii,
Romulea limbarae,
Romulea leipoldtii,
Romulea macowanii,
Romulea longipes,
Romulea stellata,
Romulea tabularis,
Romulea syringodeoflora,
Romulea sulphurea,
Romulea subfistulosa,
Romulea citrina,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,