Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
cheekii
ID:
1328455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(1)-6: 58 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340909





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Description

Rhaptopetalum cheekii (also called Cheek's Rhaptopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaptopetalum cheekii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover for shady areas. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhaptopetalum cheekii has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaptopetalum cheekii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of young shoots and planted in a mix of sand and peat. Seeds should be sown in a seedbed and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Rhaptopetalum cheekii

Rhaptopetalum cheekii is native to the Cameroon Highlands.

Rhaptopetalum cheekii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaptopetalum cheekii?

Rhaptopetalum cheekii

What is the family of Rhaptopetalum cheekii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Rhaptopetalum cheekii?

Cheek's Rhaptopetalum

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.