Rhopalocarpus coriaceus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coriaceus
ID:
628269
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scott-Elliot) Capuron
Source:
iplants
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 2: 254 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627601
Common Names
- Hairy Rhopalocarpus
- Hairy Rhopalocarp
- Hairy Rhopalocarpus
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- Rhopalocarpus coriaceus trichopetalus Capuron [unknown]
- Sphaerosepalum coriaceum Scott-Elliot [unknown]
- Rhopalocarpus coriaceus coriaceus [unknown]
Description
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus (also called Coriaceous Rhopalocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the western United States. It has a single stem, and its leaves are ovate and have a white midrib. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It can also be used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhopalocarpus coriaceus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is native to the western United States and is found in the Great Basin, Mojave Desert, and Sonoran Desert. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus coriaceus
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in open woodlands and chaparral.
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhopalocarpus coriaceus?
Rhopalocarpus coriaceus
What is the common name of Rhopalocarpus coriaceus?
Leathery Rhopalocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Rhopalocarpus coriaceus?
Dry, rocky slopes and flats in the Great Basin Desert
Species in the Rhopalocarpus genus
Species in the Sphaerosepalaceae family
Dialyceras coriaceum, Dialyceras discolor, Dialyceras parvifolium, Rhopalocarpus crassinervius, Rhopalocarpus undulatus, Rhopalocarpus macrorhamnifolius, Rhopalocarpus coriaceus, Rhopalocarpus parvifolius, Rhopalocarpus binervius, Rhopalocarpus excelsus, Rhopalocarpus louvelii, Rhopalocarpus alternifolius, Rhopalocarpus similis, Rhopalocarpus triplinervius, Rhopalocarpus longipetiolatus, Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus, Rhopalocarpus suarezensis, Rhopalocarpus lucidus, Rhopalocarpus mollis, Rhopalocarpus randrianaivoi,
References
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
George Francis Scott-Elliot (1862-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scott Elliot' in the authors string.