Rhopalocarpus crassinervius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassinervius
ID:
628173
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Capuron) G.E.Schatz, Lowry & A.-E.Wolf
Source:
iplants
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 117 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627505
Common Names
- Crassinervius Rhopalocarpus
- Rhopalocarpus Crassinervius
- Rhopalocarpus Crassinervium
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- Rhopalocarpus coriaceus crassinervius Capuron [unknown]
Description
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius (also called African Rhopalocarpus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It typically grows to a height of 6-10 m, with a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It is found in tropical rainforests, moist woodlands, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a light, well-drained soil mix. Propagation by division is also possible.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus crassinervius
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhopalocarpus crassinervius?
Rhopalocarpus crassinervius
What is the family of Rhopalocarpus crassinervius?
Sapotaceae
What is the common name of Rhopalocarpus crassinervius?
Thick-nerved Rhopalocarpus
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
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
Anne-Elizabeth Wolf (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.-E.Wolf' in the authors string.