Rotheca taborensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Verdc.) Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 153 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298197
Common Names
- Rotheca taborensis
- Tabore Rotheca
- African Rosewood
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- Clerodendrum taborense Verdc. [unknown]
Description
Rotheca taborensis (also called 'Tabore Rotheca' and 'Tabore 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 taborensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rotheca taborensis var. latifolia (Verdc.) Verdc.Rotheca taborensis var. taborensis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rotheca taborensis has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rotheca taborensis 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 taborensis
Rotheca taborensis is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Rotheca taborensis FAQ
What are the optimal conditions for Rotheca taborensis?
Rotheca taborensis prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
What is the growth rate of Rotheca taborensis?
Rotheca taborensis is a slow-growing plant.
What is the lifespan of Rotheca taborensis?
Rotheca taborensis 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180006: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.