Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
roseum
ID:
736152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gürke) Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 2): 475 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735485



Common Names

  • Rose Rhaptopetalum
  • Rose's Rhaptopetalum
  • Rhaptopetalum roseum


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Synonyms

  • Diospyros rosea Gürke [unknown]

Description

Rhaptopetalum roseum (also called the Rose False-Cup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Africa. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oblong leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, wooded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhaptopetalum roseum is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhaptopetalum roseum has white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers have five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhaptopetalum roseum is a small, perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light shade and dry conditions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Rhaptopetalum roseum

Rhaptopetalum roseum is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Rhaptopetalum roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhaptopetalum roseum?

Rhaptopetalum roseum

What is the common name of Rhaptopetalum roseum?

Rose Petal

What is the natural habitat of Rhaptopetalum roseum?

Dry, rocky hillsides in the southeastern United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2871096: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.