Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
handelii
ID:
1261986

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Ohba

Source:
tro

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 52: 307 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261324

Common Names

  • Rhodiola Handelii
  • Handel's Rhodiola
  • Handel's Rose-root

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Description

Rhodiola handelii (also called Handel's Rhodiola, among many other common names) is a small herb native to New Zealand. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodiola handelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhodiola handelii is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodiola handelii is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Rhodiola handelii

Rhodiola handelii can be found in the wild in the mountains of China.

Rhodiola handelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodiola handelii?

Rhodiola handelii

What is the common name of Rhodiola handelii?

Handel's Rhodiola

What is the family of Rhodiola handelii?

Crassulaceae

Species in the Rhodiola genus

Rhodiola algida, Rhodiola marginata, Rhodiola rosea, Rhodiola quadrifida, Rhodiola crenulata, Rhodiola rhodantha, Rhodiola junggarica, Rhodiola multibracteata, Rhodiola tangutica, Rhodiola handelii, Rhodiola sherriffii, Rhodiola atsaensis, Rhodiola integrifolia, Rhodiola semenovii, Rhodiola coccinea, Rhodiola fastigiata, Rhodiola gelida, Rhodiola heterodonta, Rhodiola himalensis, Rhodiola kaschgarica, Rhodiola litwinovii, Rhodiola pamiroalaica, Rhodiola recticaulis, Rhodiola stephani, Rhodiola bupleuroides, Rhodiola calliantha, Rhodiola tibetica, Rhodiola angusta, Rhodiola alsia, Rhodiola serrata, Rhodiola cretinii, Rhodiola kirilowii, Rhodiola hobsonii, Rhodiola humilis, Rhodiola primuloides, Rhodiola purpureoviridis, Rhodiola discolor, Rhodiola smithii, Rhodiola wallichiana, Rhodiola prainii, Rhodiola stapfii, Rhodiola macrocarpa, Rhodiola yunnanensis, Rhodiola dumulosa, Rhodiola forrestii, Rhodiola sinuata, Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia, Rhodiola nobilis, Rhodiola sexifolia, Rhodiola subopposita,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

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