Rhaphiostylis minima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minima
ID:
1331129
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jongkind
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Eur. J. Taxon. 138: 3. 2015 [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343583
Common Names
- Rhaphiostylis Minima
- Rhaphiostylis
- Minima
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhaphiostylis minima (also called Dwarf Rhaphiostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhaphiostylis minima is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhaphiostylis minima has small yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhaphiostylis minima is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Rhaphiostylis minima
Rhaphiostylis minima can be found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.
Rhaphiostylis minima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhaphiostylis minima?
Rhaphiostylis minima
What is the common name of Rhaphiostylis minima?
Miniature Rhaphiostylis
Where is Rhaphiostylis minima found?
Rhaphiostylis minima is found in New Zealand.
Species in the Rhaphiostylis genus
Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
Species in the Metteniusaceae family
Apodytes bebile, Apodytes abbottii, Apodytes brachystylis, Apodytes clusiifolia, Apodytes dimidiata, Apodytes geldenhuysii, Apodytes grandifolia, Apodytes thouvenotii, Metteniusa edulis, Metteniusa nucifera, Metteniusa tessmanniana, Metteniusa cogolloi, Poraqueiba paraensis, Poraqueiba sericea, Poraqueiba guianensis, Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
References
Carel Christiaan Hugo Jongkind (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jongkind' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77150009-1: Based on the initial data import