Rohdea nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
923145
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Raf.) N.Tanaka
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Makinoa , n.s., 9: 23 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922480
Common Names
- Nepalensis Rohdea
- Rohdea Nepalensis
- Nepalensis Rohdea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rohdea nepalensis (also called Nepal Rohdea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Nepal and is found in open grasslands and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Rohdea nepalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its air-purifying properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rohdea nepalensis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rohdea nepalensis is a terrestrial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Rohdea nepalensis
Rohdea nepalensis is found in the Himalayas of Nepal.
Species in the Rohdea genus
Rohdea urotepala, Rohdea japonica, Rohdea longipedunculata, Rohdea jinshanensis, Rohdea eucomoides, Rohdea ensifolia, Rohdea verruculosa, Rohdea tonkinensis, Rohdea emeiensis, Rohdea delavayi, Rohdea annulata, Rohdea lichuanensis, Rohdea siamensis, Rohdea wattii, Rohdea nepalensis, Rohdea pachynema, Rohdea chlorantha, Rohdea dracaenoides, Rohdea fargesii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-468040: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.