Rhomboda elbertii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elbertii
ID:
513762
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 226 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513094
Common Names
- Rhomboda Elbertii
- Elbert's Rhomboda
- Elbert's Star-cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhomboda elbertii (also called Elbert's Rhomboda, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow, dark green leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Rhomboda elbertii is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. Its flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its leaves are used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhomboda elbertii has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhomboda elbertii is a slow-growing, succulent-like plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering and keep the plant in a cool, dry environment.
Where to Find Rhomboda elbertii
Rhomboda elbertii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to the Middle East.
Rhomboda elbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhomboda elbertii?
Rhomboda elbertii
What is the common name of Rhomboda elbertii?
Elbert's Rhomboda
Where is Rhomboda elbertii native to?
Mexico
Species in the Rhomboda genus
Rhomboda abbreviata, Rhomboda alticola, Rhomboda arunachalensis, Rhomboda atrorubens, Rhomboda bantaengensis, Rhomboda blackii, Rhomboda cristata, Rhomboda dennisii, Rhomboda fanjingensis, Rhomboda lanceolata, Rhomboda longifolia, Rhomboda minahassae, Rhomboda moulmeinensis, Rhomboda pauciflora, Rhomboda petelottii, Rhomboda polygonoides, Rhomboda tokioi, Rhomboda velutina, Rhomboda wardii, Rhomboda yakusimensis, Rhomboda elbertii, Rhomboda kerintjiensis, Rhomboda pulchra,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-261451: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.