Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
altivola
ID:
628196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thouars

Source:
iplants

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Hist. Vég. Îsles Austral. Afriq. : 48 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627528

Common Names

  • Altivola Rhodolaena
  • Rhodolaena Altivola
  • Rhodolaena Altivolum

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Description

Rhodolaena altivola (also called High-growing Rhodolaena, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m, with a few branched stems. It is found in tropical rainforests, moist woodlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodolaena altivola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodolaena altivola has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodolaena altivola can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a light, well-drained soil mix. Propagation by division is also possible.

Where to Find Rhodolaena altivola

Rhodolaena altivola is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Rhodolaena altivola FAQ

What are the common names of Rhodolaena altivola?

High-growing rhodolaena

What is the habitat of Rhodolaena altivola?

It is found in sandy or gravelly soils in deserts, scrublands, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Rhodolaena altivola?

It typically blooms from April to October

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,