Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
513686

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 175: 156 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513018



Common Names

  • Rhodocoma Gracilis
  • Graceful Silver-bush
  • Graceful Rhodocoma


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Description

Rhodocoma gracilis (also called 'Graceful Rhodocoma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 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 gracilis has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, forage, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodocoma gracilis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodocoma gracilis 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 gracilis

Rhodocoma gracilis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Northern Cape provinces.

Rhodocoma gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodocoma gracilis?

Rhodocoma gracilis

What are the common names of Rhodocoma gracilis?

Graceful Reed, Graceful Cane

What is the natural habitat of Rhodocoma gracilis?

Wetlands, marshes, and riparian zones

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-261430: Based on the initial data import
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.