Rhopalocarpus lucidus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucidus
ID:
629291
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bojer
Source:
iplants
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Procès-Verbaux Soc. Hist. Nat. l'Ile Maurice : 150 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628623
Common Names
- Shining Rhopalocarpus
- Shining False Daisy
- Shining Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhopalocarpus lucidus (also called Shining Rhopalocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South America, and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and forest edges.
Uses & Benefits
Rhopalocarpus lucidus is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhopalocarpus lucidus is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhopalocarpus lucidus is a small evergreen tree native to the rainforests of New South Wales and Queensland, Australia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus lucidus
Rhopalocarpus lucidus is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Rhopalocarpus lucidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhopalocarpus lucidus?
Rhopalocarpus lucidus
What is the common name of Rhopalocarpus lucidus?
Rhopalocarpus lucidus
What is the family of Rhopalocarpus lucidus?
Rhopalocarpus lucidus
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
IPNI record: 835068-1: Originally associated with wfo-0000464295
The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-2528257: Originally associated with wfo-0000464295
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-2528257: Originally associated with wfo-0000464295
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.