Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
brevicuspe
ID:
402883

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sprague) Roberty

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 15: 1404 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402215



Common Names

  • Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe
  • Coral Plant
  • Coral Flower


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Synonyms

  • Bombax chevalieri Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Gossampinus chevalieri (Pellegr.) Ghesq. [unknown]
  • Bombax brevicuspe Sprague [unknown]

Description

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe (also called Short-spined Rhodognaphalon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a short, woody stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, in scrubland, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, small, black, shiny seeds, and seedlings with long, thin stems and small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in early spring and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe can be found in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe?

Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe

What is the family of Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Rhodognaphalon brevicuspe?

Dry woodland and scrub

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2421989: Based on the initial data import
Guy Edouard Roberty (1907-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roberty' in the authors string.
Thomas Archibald Sprague (1877-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprague' in the authors string.