Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pittier) Kallunki
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 129: 803 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342622
Common Names
- Heptaphylla Raputiarana
- Heptaphylla Raputiarana Plant
- Raputiarana Plant
Description
Raputiarana heptaphylla (also called Seven-leaved Raputiarana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Peru. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils. It is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Raputiarana heptaphylla is used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects and is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Raputiarana heptaphylla are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Raputiarana heptaphylla is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the root clumps or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-drained medium such as sand or perlite.
Where to Find Raputiarana heptaphylla
Raputiarana heptaphylla is native to Peru.
Raputiarana heptaphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raputiarana heptaphylla?
Raputiarana heptaphylla
What is the common name of Raputiarana heptaphylla?
Heptaphylla raputiarana
What type of plant is Raputiarana heptaphylla?
Herb
Species in the Raputiarana genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,