Rhopalocarpus mollis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
810679
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Schatz & Lowry
Source:
iplants
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 330 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810013
Common Names
- Rhopalocarpus mollis
- Mollis
- Mollis Rhopalocarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhopalocarpus mollis (also called Mollis Rhopalocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rhopalocarpus mollis is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used for its ornamental value in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhopalocarpus mollis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhopalocarpus mollis is a tropical shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus mollis
Rhopalocarpus mollis is native to India.
Rhopalocarpus mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhopalocarpus mollis?
Rhopalocarpus mollis
What type of plant is Rhopalocarpus mollis?
It is a shrub
Where is Rhopalocarpus mollis native to?
It is native to Madagascar
Species in the Rhopalocarpus genus
Species in the Sphaerosepalaceae family
Dialyceras coriaceum, Dialyceras discolor, Dialyceras parvifolium, Rhopalocarpus crassinervius, Rhopalocarpus undulatus, Rhopalocarpus macrorhamnifolius, Rhopalocarpus coriaceus, Rhopalocarpus parvifolius, Rhopalocarpus binervius, Rhopalocarpus excelsus, Rhopalocarpus louvelii, Rhopalocarpus alternifolius, Rhopalocarpus similis, Rhopalocarpus triplinervius, Rhopalocarpus longipetiolatus, Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus, Rhopalocarpus suarezensis, Rhopalocarpus lucidus, Rhopalocarpus mollis, Rhopalocarpus randrianaivoi,
References
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.