Lophopetalum rigidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigidum
ID:
359587
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1931: 38 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358919
Common Names
- Rigid Lophopetalum
- Lophopetalum rigidum
- Stiff Lophopetalum
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- Lophopetalum subsessile Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Lophopetalum rigidum (also called Rigid Lophopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Lophopetalum rigidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lophopetalum rigidum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are initially small, but they can grow up to 10 feet tall.
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Lophopetalum rigidum is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 m (10 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Lophopetalum rigidum
Lophopetalum rigidum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Lophopetalum rigidum FAQ
What are the common names of Lophopetalum rigidum?
Rigid lophopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Lophopetalum rigidum?
It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
What is the growth rate of Lophopetalum rigidum?
It grows at a slow to medium rate.
Species in the Lophopetalum genus
Lophopetalum rigidum, Lophopetalum sessilifolium, Lophopetalum subobovatum, Lophopetalum torricellense, Lophopetalum pallidum, Lophopetalum wallichii, Lophopetalum wightianum, Lophopetalum micranthum, Lophopetalum javanum, Lophopetalum ledermannii, Lophopetalum littorale, Lophopetalum multinervium, Lophopetalum pachyphyllum, Lophopetalum macranthum, Lophopetalum arnhemicum, Lophopetalum beccarianum, Lophopetalum duperreanum, Lophopetalum floribundum, Lophopetalum glabrum, Lophopetalum javanicum,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161759-1: Based on the initial data import