Status:
valid
Authors:
Jord. & Fourr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Brev. Pl. Nov. i. 44. 1866
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298046
Common Names
- Rosmarinus eriocalyx
- Woolly-Leaved Rosemary
- Woolly-Stemmed Rosemary
Synonyms
- Rosmarinus eriocalyx eriocalyx [unknown]
- Rosmarinus officinalis tournefortii Noë ex Murb. [unknown]
- Rosmarinus tournefortii (de Noé ex Jord. & Fourr.) Jahand. & Maire [unknown]
Description
Rosmarinus eriocalyx (also called 'Woolly-Leaved Rosemary', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, and is found in dry forests, coastal forests, and mangroves.
Uses & Benefits
Rosmarinus eriocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has showy flowers and attractive foliage, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rosmarinus eriocalix var. pallescens (Maire) Upson & Jury
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are reddish-brown in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Rosmarinus eriocalyx: This species is propagated by seed, cuttings, and division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Rosmarinus eriocalyx
Rosmarinus eriocalyx is native to Central America and northern South America.
Rosmarinus eriocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rosmarinus eriocalyx?
Rosmarinus eriocalyx
What are the common names of Rosmarinus eriocalyx?
Rock Rosemary
What is the natural habitat of Rosmarinus eriocalyx?
Rocky hillsides and dry scrubland
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Achyrospermum micranthum,
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Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
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Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
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Achyrospermum scandens,
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Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
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Aegiphila aculeifera,
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Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
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Aegiphila brachiata,
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