Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 566 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627560
Common Names
- Bakeriana Rhodolaena
- Rhodolaena Bakeriana
- Rhodolaena Bakerianum
Description
Rhodolaena bakeriana (also called Baker's 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 bakeriana 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
The flower of Rhodolaena bakeriana is small and white. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodolaena bakeriana is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is native to the western United States and is found in the Great Basin, Mojave Desert, and Sonoran Desert. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rhodolaena bakeriana
Rhodolaena bakeriana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Rhodolaena bakeriana FAQ
What are the common names of Rhodolaena bakeriana?
Baker's rhodolaena
What is the habitat of Rhodolaena bakeriana?
It is found in sandy or gravelly soils in deserts, scrublands, and open woodlands
What is the flowering season of Rhodolaena bakeriana?
It typically blooms from April to October
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,