Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) A.D.Mitch., Frodin & Heads
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 35: 312 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294974
Common Names
- Raukaua anomalus
- Raukaua Palm
- Raukaua
Synonyms
- Neopanax anomalus (Hook.) Allan [unknown]
- Nothopanax anomalus (Hook.) Seem. [unknown]
- Nothopanax microphyllus (Colenso) Harms [unknown]
- Panax anomalus Hook. [unknown]
- Panax anomalus microphyllus (Colenso) Kirk [unknown]
- Panax microphyllus Colenso [unknown]
- Pseudopanax anomalus (Hook.) K.Koch [unknown]
- Nothopanax anomalus (Hook.) Allan [unknown]
Description
Raukaua anomalus (also called Anomalous raukaua, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Raukaua anomalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Raukaua anomalus has a small, yellow flower with a short, thin stem. The seed is a small, brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and thin, with a yellowish-green hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raukaua anomalus is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done through seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Raukaua anomalus
Raukaua anomalus can be found in New Zealand and Australia.
Raukaua anomalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raukaua anomalus?
Raukaua anomalus
What are the common names of Raukaua anomalus?
Common names include: Anomalus, Anomalus, and Anomalus
What is the natural habitat of Raukaua anomalus?
Raukaua anomalus is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas
Species in the Raukaua genus
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,
References
Anthony D. Mitchell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Mitch.' in the authors string.