Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 33: 301 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402273
Common Names
- Splendid Raphionacme
- Raphionacme splendens
- Raphionacme splendens var. splendens
Synonyms
- Raphionacme jurensis N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Raphionacme excisa Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Raphionacme splendens (also called Splendid raphionacme, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Raphionacme splendens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Raphionacme splendens sub. bingeri (A.Chev.) Venter
Raphionacme splendens sub. splendens
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Raphionacme splendens has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raphionacme splendens is a hardy, evergreen, clump-forming perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is more difficult.
Where to Find Raphionacme splendens
Raphionacme splendens is native to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. It can be found in grasslands and woodlands.
Raphionacme splendens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphionacme splendens?
Raphionacme splendens
What is the common name of Raphionacme splendens?
Splendid Raphionacme
What is the natural habitat of Raphionacme splendens?
Grassland and scrubland
Species in the Raphionacme genus
Raphionacme angolensis,
Raphionacme arabica,
Raphionacme borenensis,
Raphionacme brownii,
Raphionacme caerulea,
Raphionacme chimanimaniana,
Raphionacme linearis,
Raphionacme lucens,
Raphionacme lanceolata,
Raphionacme longituba,
Raphionacme inconspicua,
Raphionacme madiensis,
Raphionacme michelii,
Raphionacme moyalica,
Raphionacme longifolia,
Raphionacme galpinii,
Raphionacme dyeri,
Raphionacme elsana,
Raphionacme keayi,
Raphionacme flanaganii,
Raphionacme globosa,
Raphionacme grandiflora,
Raphionacme haeneliae,
Raphionacme hirsuta,
Raphionacme namibiana,
Raphionacme zeyheri,
Raphionacme palustris,
Raphionacme procumbens,
Raphionacme pulchella,
Raphionacme welwitschii,
Raphionacme splendens,
Raphionacme sylvicola,
Raphionacme utilis,
Raphionacme velutina,
Raphionacme vignei,
Raphionacme villicorona,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,