Status:
valid
Authors:
Venter
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 73: 98 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507887
Common Names
- Raphionacme villicorona
- Villicorona Raphionacme
- Raphionacme Plant
Description
Raphionacme villicorona (also called Coronate Raphionacme, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to the Himalayan region. It grows in rocky habitats, usually near the base of cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Raphionacme villicorona is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Raphionacme villicorona is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raphionacme villicorona can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Raphionacme villicorona
Raphionacme villicorona can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Raphionacme villicorona FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raphionacme villicorona?
Raphionacme villicorona
What type of plant is Raphionacme villicorona?
It is a shrub
Where is Raphionacme villicorona found?
It is found in South Africa
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,