Rotheca wildii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Moldenke) R.Fern.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 154 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298208
Common Names
- Rotheca wildii
- Wild's Rotheca
- African Rosewood
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- Clerodendrum wildii Moldenke [unknown]
Description
Rotheca wildii (also called 'Wild's Rotheca' and 'Wild's 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 wildii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rotheca wildii for. glabra (R.Fern.) R.Fern.Rotheca wildii for. wildii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rotheca wildii 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 wildii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune to shape as desired.
Where to Find Rotheca wildii
Rotheca wildii is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Rotheca wildii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rotheca wildii?
Rotheca wildii
What is the family of Rotheca wildii?
Lamiaceae
Where is Rotheca wildii native to?
Tanzania
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-180016: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.