Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Steane & Mabb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 206 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298195
Common Names
- Rotheca serrata
- Serrated Rotheca
- Rotheca
Synonyms
- Rotheca bicolor Raf. [unknown]
- Rotheca ternifolia Raf. [unknown]
- Volkameria herbacea Roxb. [unknown]
- Volkameria serrata L. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum nepalense Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum glabrescens Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum velutinum Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum bracteosum Kostel. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum cuneatum Turcz. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum divaricatum Jack [unknown]
- Clerodendrum grandifolium Salisb. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum herbaceum Wall. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum javanicum Walp. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum macrophyllum Sims [unknown]
- Clerodendrum ornatum Wall. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum Moon [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum herbaceum (Roxb. ex Schau.) C.Y.Wu [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum lacteum Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum obovatum Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum pilosum Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum ternifolium D.Don [unknown]
- Clerodendrum trifoliatum Steud. [unknown]
- Clerodendrum vanprukii Craib [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum amplexifolium Moldenke [unknown]
- Clerodendrum serratum wallichii C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Ovieda bracteosa (Kostel.) Baill. [unknown]
- Rotheca vanprukii (Craib) Leerat. & Chantar. [unknown]
- Cyclonema serratum Hochst. [unknown]
- Rotheca serrata nepalense (Moldenke) V.S.Kumar [unknown]
Description
Rotheca serrata (also called 'Saw-leaved Rotheca' and 'Saw-leaved Sage', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rotheca serrata 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rotheca serrata has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rotheca serrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Fertilize regularly to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Rotheca serrata
Rotheca serrata is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Rotheca serrata FAQ
What are the optimal conditions for Rotheca serrata?
Rotheca serrata prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
What is the growth rate of Rotheca serrata?
Rotheca serrata is a slow-growing plant.
What is the lifespan of Rotheca serrata?
Rotheca serrata has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.
Species in the Rotheca genus
Rotheca alata,
Rotheca amplifolia,
Rotheca aurantiaca,
Rotheca bukobensis,
Rotheca calundensis,
Rotheca commiphoroides,
Rotheca cyanea,
Rotheca farinosa,
Rotheca hirsuta,
Rotheca incisa,
Rotheca kissakensis,
Rotheca luembensis,
Rotheca makanjana,
Rotheca mendesii,
Rotheca myricoides,
Rotheca prittwitzii,
Rotheca quadrangulata,
Rotheca reflexa,
Rotheca rupicola,
Rotheca sansibarensis,
Rotheca serrata,
Rotheca suffruticosa,
Rotheca taborensis,
Rotheca tanneri,
Rotheca teaguei,
Rotheca verdcourtii,
Rotheca violacea,
Rotheca wildii,
Rotheca caerulea,
Rotheca cuneiformis,
Rotheca louwalbertsii,
Rotheca pilosa,
Rotheca nudiflora,
Rotheca mirabilis,
Rotheca microphylla,
Rotheca macrostachya,
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
Dorothy A. Steane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steane' in the authors string.