Rhodolaena acutifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
628322
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
iplants
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 322 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627654
Common Names
- Acute-Leaved Rhodolaena
- Acute-Leaved Rhodolaen
- Acute-Leaved Rhodolaena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhodolaena acutifolia (also called Acutifolia Rhodolaena, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the western United States. It has a single stem, and its leaves are ovate and have a white midrib. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodolaena acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhodolaena acutifolia has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhodolaena acutifolia is a perennial plant that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rhodolaena acutifolia
Rhodolaena acutifolia is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in open woodlands and chaparral.
Rhodolaena acutifolia FAQ
What type of plant is Rhodolaena acutifolia?
Rhodolaena acutifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Rhodolaena acutifolia found?
Rhodolaena acutifolia is found in tropical Africa.
What are the characteristics of Rhodolaena acutifolia?
Rhodolaena acutifolia is a small shrub with small white flowers.
Species in the Rhodolaena genus
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.