Rosettea rhinanthifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhinanthifolia
ID:
1543316
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brenan) Ver.-Lib. & G.Kadereit
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Taxon 69(5): 986. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024524
Common Names
- Rosettea rhinanthifolia
- Rhinanthifolia Rosettea
- Rosettea Rosettea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rosettea rhinanthifolia (also called Rhinanthifolia rosettea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Rosettea rhinanthifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rosettea rhinanthifolia var. rhinanthifoliaRosettea rhinanthifolia var. exellii (A.Fern. & R.Fern.) Ver.-Lib. & G.Kadereit
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rosettea rhinanthifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Rosettea rhinanthifolia can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rosettea rhinanthifolia
Rosettea rhinanthifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rosettea rhinanthifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rosettea rhinanthifolia?
Rosettea rhinanthifolia
What is the common name of Rosettea rhinanthifolia?
Rhinanthus-leaved Rosettea
What is the natural habitat of Rosettea rhinanthifolia?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Rosettea genus
Rosettea castroi, Rosettea echinata, Rosettea longicaudata, Rosettea riparia, Rosettea trothae, Rosettea aquatica, Rosettea carrissoi, Rosettea crenulata, Rosettea falcipila, Rosettea princeps, Rosettea benguellensis, Rosettea cordifolia, Rosettea pulchra, Rosettea thollonii, Rosettea scabra, Rosettea sizenandoi, Rosettea rhinanthifolia, Rosettea elliotii, Rosettea louisii, Rosettea peregrina, Rosettea denticulata,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,