Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thouarsianus
ID:
629083
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 393 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628415
Common Names
- Thouarsianus Rhopalocarpus
- Thouarsianus
- Rhopalocarpus Thouarsianus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus (also called Thouars' Rhopalocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in dry, open woodlands and scrublands. It has a single stem with a few branches and small, ovate leaves. The flowers are white, pink, or purple and the fruits are small, round, and black.
Uses & Benefits
Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is used to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with dark green leaves.
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Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. It is best to plant it in the spring or early summer and it can be propagated by cuttings in the late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus
Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.
Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus FAQ
What is the common name of Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus?
Thouars' Beech
What is the natural habitat of Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus?
Rainforests of eastern Australia
What are the uses of Rhopalocarpus thouarsianus?
The wood is used for furniture and the bark is used for tanning leather
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
The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-2528433: Originally associated with wfo-0000464435
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-2528433: Originally associated with wfo-0000464435
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.