Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 657 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000463845
Common Names
- Rhysotoechia
- Reed
- Reedgrass
Synonyms
- Rhysotoechia contermina Domin [unknown]
- Cupania robertsonii F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Rhysotoechia robertsonii (also called Robertson's Rhysotoechia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the family Rutaceae. It has small yellow flowers, and its native regions are the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky places and on dry slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Rhysotoechia robertsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhysotoechia robertsonii has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seed is small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhysotoechia robertsonii is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is best done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Rhysotoechia robertsonii
Rhysotoechia robertsonii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania.
Rhysotoechia robertsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhysotoechia robertsonii?
Rhysotoechia robertsonii
What type of plant is Rhysotoechia robertsonii?
A shrub
Where is Rhysotoechia robertsonii found?
It is found in Australia
Species in the Rhysotoechia genus
Rhysotoechia obtusa,
Rhysotoechia ramiflora,
Rhysotoechia robertsonii,
Rhysotoechia momiensis,
Rhysotoechia multiscapa,
Rhysotoechia etmanii,
Rhysotoechia applanata,
Rhysotoechia bifoliolata,
Rhysotoechia bilocularis,
Rhysotoechia congesta,
Rhysotoechia elongata,
Rhysotoechia flavescens,
Rhysotoechia florulenta,
Rhysotoechia gracilipes,
Rhysotoechia grandifolia,
Rhysotoechia koordersii,
Rhysotoechia longipaniculata,
Rhysotoechia mortoniana,
Rhysotoechia welzeniana,
Species in the Sapindaceae family