Eremitis riodocensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.M.Ferreira & R.P.Oliveira
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 72: 134 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032207
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eremitis riodocensis (also called 'Rio doce Emu Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub with grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid, tropical regions in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eremitis riodocensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eremitis riodocensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eremitis riodocensis is a shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light and humidity.
Where to Find Eremitis riodocensis
Eremitis riodocensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.
Eremitis riodocensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremitis riodocensis?
Eremitis riodocensis
What is the common name of Eremitis riodocensis?
Rio Doce Hermit
What is the habitat of Eremitis riodocensis?
Dry soils in open areas
Species in the Eremitis genus
Eremitis parviflora, Eremitis afimbriata, Eremitis magnifica, Eremitis linearifolia, Eremitis robusta, Eremitis vinacea, Eremitis clarkiae, Eremitis fluminensis, Eremitis berbertii, Eremitis riodocensis, Eremitis limae, Eremitis grandiflora, Eremitis paucifolia, Eremitis victoriae, Eremitis aemula, Eremitis multiflora,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77210828-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].