Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
stolzii
ID:
402890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ulbr.) A.Robyns

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 33: 261 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402222



Common Names

  • Rhodognaphalon stolzii
  • Coral Plant
  • Coral Flower


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Synonyms

  • Bombax stolzii Ulbr. [unknown]

Description

Rhodognaphalon stolzii (also called Stolz'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 stolzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodognaphalon stolzii 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 stolzii 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 stolzii

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

Rhodognaphalon stolzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodognaphalon stolzii?

Rhodognaphalon stolzii

What are the common names of Rhodognaphalon stolzii?

False Aloe, African False Aloe

What is the natural habitat of Rhodognaphalon stolzii?

Dry forests and savannas of Africa

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

Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
André Georges Marie Walter Albert Robyns (1935-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Robyns' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:112609-1: Based on the initial data import