Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
roraimae
ID:
642140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Ule

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 52(1-2, Beibl. 115): 49. 1914 [24 Nov 1914]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641472



Common Names

  • Roraimae Dendrophthora
  • Roraimae Velvet Plant
  • Roraimae Velvet-Leaf


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Description

Dendrophthora roraimae (also called Roraima Dendrophthora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest, growing in lowland tropical moist and wet forests. It is found in moist soils, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophthora roraimae is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrophthora roraimae is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophthora roraimae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Dendrophthora roraimae

Dendrophthora roraimae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Dendrophthora roraimae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora roraimae?

Dendrophthora roraimae

What is the common name of Dendrophthora roraimae?

Roraima Mistletoe

What is the natural habitat of Dendrophthora roraimae?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Dendrophthora genus

Dendrophthora albescens, Dendrophthora amalfiensis, Dendrophthora ambigua, Dendrophthora arcuata, Dendrophthora argentea, Dendrophthora avenia, Dendrophthora bermejae, Dendrophthora bonaniae, Dendrophthora brachylepis, Dendrophthora brachystachya, Dendrophthora bulbifera, Dendrophthora buxifolia, Dendrophthora capillaris, Dendrophthora capitellata, Dendrophthora carnosa, Dendrophthora chrysostachya, Dendrophthora clavata, Dendrophthora confertiflora, Dendrophthora constricta, Dendrophthora corynarthron, Dendrophthora costaricensis, Dendrophthora crispula, Dendrophthora cubensis, Dendrophthora cuneifolia, Dendrophthora cupressoides, Dendrophthora cupulata, Dendrophthora dalstroemii, Dendrophthora davidsei, Dendrophthora decipiens, Dendrophthora densifolia, Dendrophthora densifrons, Dendrophthora diffusa, Dendrophthora dimorpha, Dendrophthora dittae, Dendrophthora dodsonii, Dendrophthora domingensis, Dendrophthora eichleriana, Dendrophthora elegantissima, Dendrophthora elliptica, Dendrophthora enckeifolia, Dendrophthora epiviscum, Dendrophthora equisetoides, Dendrophthora excisa, Dendrophthora fanshawei, Dendrophthora fasciculata, Dendrophthora fastigiata, Dendrophthora fendleriana, Dendrophthora ferruginea, Dendrophthora filiformis, Dendrophthora flagelliformis,

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2761126: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Georg Ule (1854-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ule' in the authors string.