Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
compressa
ID:
465228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Black) Beier & Thulin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 240: 30 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464560



Common Names

  • Roepera Compressa
  • Compressed Roepera
  • Roepera Compressa


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Description

Roepera compressa (also called Compressed Roepera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist forests and other moist habitats. It has white flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 m.

Uses & Benefits

Roepera compressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Roepera compressa is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roepera compressa is a tropical shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Roepera compressa

Roepera compressa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Roepera compressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roepera compressa?

Roepera compressa

What is the common name of Roepera compressa?

Compressed roepera

What is the natural habitat of Roepera compressa?

Roepera compressa is native to the Mediterranean region

Species in the Roepera genus

Roepera ammophila, Roepera apiculata, Roepera confluens, Roepera eichleri, Roepera divaricata, Roepera debilis, Roepera cuneifolia, Roepera crenata, Roepera angustifolia, Roepera cordifolia, Roepera compressa, Roepera botulifolia, Roepera aurantiaca, Roepera crassissima, Roepera halophila, Roepera flava, Roepera flexuosa, Roepera foetida, Roepera fruticulosa, Roepera fulva, Roepera iodocarpa, Roepera glauca, Roepera billardierei, Roepera hirticaulis, Roepera horrida, Roepera howittii, Roepera humillima, Roepera hybrida, Roepera fuscata, Roepera eremaea, Roepera emarginata, Roepera kochii, Roepera teretifolia, Roepera rogersii, Roepera rowelliae, Roepera schreiberiana, Roepera sessilifolia, Roepera similis, Roepera incrustata, Roepera spinosa, Roepera pygmaea, Roepera tesquorum, Roepera tetraptera, Roepera sphaerocarpa, Roepera microphylla, Roepera leptopetala, Roepera leucoclada, Roepera lichtensteiniana, Roepera lobulata, Roepera macrocarpos,

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

References

Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.
Björn-Axel Beier (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beier' in the authors string.