Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myricoides
ID:
298824

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochst.) Steane & Mabb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 205 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298156



Common Names

  • Rotheca myricoides
  • Myricoides Rotheca
  • Rotheca


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Synonyms

  • Siphonanthus myricoides (Hochst.) Hiern [unknown]
  • Spironema myricoides Hochst. [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides microphyllum Gürke [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides camporum Gürke [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides laxum Gürke [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides involutum B.Thomas [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides savanorum (De Wild.) B.Thomas [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides R.Br. & Vatke [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides chartaceum Moldenke [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum myricoides grossiserratum Gürke [unknown]
  • Cyclonema myricoides Hochst. [unknown]
  • Cyrtostemma myricoides Kunze [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum dekindtii dinteri Thomas [unknown]

Description

Rotheca myricoides (also called 'Myrica Rotheca', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with long, thin branches and small, white flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Rotheca myricoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders, skin ailments, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rotheca myricoides sub. austromonticola (Verdc.) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides var. capiriensis (R.Fern.) R.Fern.
Rotheca myricoides var. discolor (Klotzsch) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides var. dumalis (Hiern) R.Fern.
Rotheca myricoides var. eleanorae (R.Fern.) R.Fern.
Rotheca myricoides sub. mafiensis (Verdc.) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides var. moldenkei (R.Fern.) R.Fern.
Rotheca myricoides sub. muenzneri (B.Thomas) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides sub. myricoides
Rotheca myricoides sub. namibiensis (R.Fern.) R.Fern.
Rotheca myricoides sub. napperae (Verdc.) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides sub. ussukumae (Verdc.) Verdc.
Rotheca myricoides var. viridiflora (Verdc.) Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rotheca myricoides has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rotheca myricoides is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be placed in a sunny spot and should be watered regularly. Propagation can also be done through cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Rotheca myricoides

Rotheca myricoides is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Rotheca myricoides FAQ

What are the optimal conditions for Rotheca myricoides?

Rotheca myricoides prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

What is the growth rate of Rotheca myricoides?

Rotheca myricoides is a slow-growing plant.

What is the lifespan of Rotheca myricoides?

Rotheca myricoides has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179968: Based on the initial data import
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
Dorothy A. Steane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steane' in the authors string.