Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
rhombifolia
ID:
557700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Cunn. ex Hook.) L.W.Cayzer, Crisp & I.Telford

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 13: 906 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557032

Common Names

  • Auranticarpa rhombifolia
  • Rhombifolia Auranticarpa
  • Rhombifolia False Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Pittosporum rhombifolium A.Cunn. ex Hook. [unknown]

Description

Auranticarpa rhombifolia (also called Rhombic-leaved Auranticarpa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils in scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Auranticarpa rhombifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Auranticarpa rhombifolia has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Auranticarpa rhombifolia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Auranticarpa rhombifolia

Auranticarpa rhombifolia can be found in Australia.

Auranticarpa rhombifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Auranticarpa rhombifolia?

Auranticarpa rhombifolia

What is the common name of Auranticarpa rhombifolia?

Rhomboid Auranticarpa

What is the natural habitat of Auranticarpa rhombifolia?

It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Pittosporaceae family

Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2666345: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.