Rhopalocarpus louvelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
louvelii
ID:
628333
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Danguy) Capuron
Source:
iplants
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 2: 245 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627665
Common Names
- Louvel's Rhopalocarpus
- Louvel's Rhopalocarp
- Louvel's Rhopalocarpus
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- Rhopalocarpus macrorhamnifolius occidentalis Capuron [unknown]
- Sphaerosepalum louvelii Danguy [unknown]
Description
Rhopalocarpus louvelii (also called Louvelii 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 louvelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhopalocarpus louvelii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Rhopalocarpus louvelii is a perennial plant that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus louvelii
Rhopalocarpus louvelii 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 louvelii FAQ
What type of plant is Rhopalocarpus louvelii?
Rhopalocarpus louvelii is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Rhopalocarpus louvelii found?
Rhopalocarpus louvelii is found in tropical Africa.
What are the characteristics of Rhopalocarpus louvelii?
Rhopalocarpus louvelii is a small shrub with small white flowers.
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.
Paul Auguste Danguy (1862-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danguy' in the authors string.