Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
rossii
ID:
749297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guymer) C.F.Wilkins & Whitlock

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 339 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748630



Common Names

  • Androcalva rossii
  • Ross's False Foxglove
  • Rossii False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Commersonia rossii Guymer [unknown]

Description

Androcalva rossii (also called Ross's Androcalva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Androcalva rossii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Androcalva rossii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androcalva rossii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Androcalva rossii

Androcalva rossii is native to India.

Androcalva rossii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androcalva rossii?

Androcalva rossii

What is the natural habitat of Androcalva rossii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Androcalva rossii?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
Barbara Ann Whitlock (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitlock' in the authors string.