Rigiolepis balgooyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balgooyi
ID:
1514572
Status:
valid
Authors:
Argent
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 76(1): 72. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002533
Common Names
- Rigiolepis balgooyi
- Balgooyi Rigiolepis
- Balgooyi's Rigiolepis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rigiolepis balgooyi (also called Balgooy's rhododendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist, shady woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rigiolepis balgooyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rigiolepis balgooyi has small, white flowers with five petals and a single, long, white stamen. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rigiolepis balgooyi is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) in height. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Rigiolepis balgooyi
Rigiolepis balgooyi is native to India.
Rigiolepis balgooyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rigiolepis balgooyi?
Rigiolepis balgooyi
What is the common name of Rigiolepis balgooyi?
Balgooy's Rigiolepis
What is the natural habitat of Rigiolepis balgooyi?
It is found in open woodlands, scrubland, and grasslands
Species in the Rigiolepis genus
Rigiolepis adenopoda, Rigiolepis andersonii, Rigiolepis balgooyi, Rigiolepis bigibba, Rigiolepis borneensis, Rigiolepis chaii, Rigiolepis henrici, Rigiolepis irawatiae, Rigiolepis jermyi, Rigiolepis lanceolata, Rigiolepis leptantha, Rigiolepis linearifolia, Rigiolepis lobbii, Rigiolepis macrophylla, Rigiolepis minimiflora, Rigiolepis moultonii, Rigiolepis piperifolia, Rigiolepis poiana, Rigiolepis salicifolia, Rigiolepis suberosa, Rigiolepis sulcata, Rigiolepis tenax, Rigiolepis uniflora, Rigiolepis uroglossa, Rigiolepis winkleri, Rigiolepis argentii,