Raulinoa echinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Cowan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera 12: 90 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464240
Common Names
- Raulinoa echinata
- Echinata Raulinoa
- Echinata Wiregrass
- Echinata Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Raulinoa echinata (also called Echinata Raulinoa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams, where it grows in dense clumps.
Uses & Benefits
Raulinoa echinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It has a high tolerance for wet conditions and can be used to control erosion in wet areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Raulinoa echinata has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raulinoa echinata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Raulinoa echinata is a low-maintenance plant.
Where to Find Raulinoa echinata
Raulinoa echinata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa.
Raulinoa echinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raulinoa echinata?
Raulinoa echinata
What is the family of Raulinoa echinata?
Acanthaceae
Where is Raulinoa echinata found?
Raulinoa echinata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Species in the Raulinoa genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2528182: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.