Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
arida
ID:
513671

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.P.Linder & J.H.Vlok

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 175: 158 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513003



Common Names

  • Rhodocoma arida
  • Arid Rhodocoma
  • Arid Grass


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Description

Rhodocoma arida (also called 'Arid Rhodocoma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 meters in height. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry savannahs, woodlands, and thickets. It has grey-green, bipinnate leaves and small, white, globular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodocoma arida is used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhodocoma arida are small, yellow, and arranged in a dense, cylindrical spike. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodocoma arida is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, sunny location until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Rhodocoma arida

Rhodocoma arida can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Rhodocoma arida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodocoma arida?

Rhodocoma arida

What is the common name of Rhodocoma arida?

Arid Rhodocoma

What is the natural habitat of Rhodocoma arida?

Tropical montane forests

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-261425: Based on the initial data import
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.