Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
lukayense
ID:
402931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild. & T.Durand) A.Robyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 33: 268 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402263



Common Names

  • Rhodognaphalon lukayense
  • Coral Plant
  • Coral Flower


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Synonyms

  • Pachira lukayensis (De Wild. & T.Durand) Bakh. [unknown]
  • Bombax lukayense De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Pachira lukayense (De Wild. & T.Durand) Bakh. [unknown]

Description

Rhodognaphalon lukayense (also called Lukay's rhodognaphalon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodognaphalon lukayense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodognaphalon lukayense has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow centre and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodognaphalon lukayense is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix and requires full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Rhodognaphalon lukayense

Rhodognaphalon lukayense is native to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Rhodognaphalon lukayense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodognaphalon lukayense?

Rhodognaphalon lukayense

What is the common name of Rhodognaphalon lukayense?

Lukayensis

What is the natural habitat of Rhodognaphalon lukayense?

Woodland and grassland

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-2422055: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
André Georges Marie Walter Albert Robyns (1935-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Robyns' in the authors string.