Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f. & Riedl
Source:
ksu
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr. 13(4): 250 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402712
Common Names
- Rochelia pygmaea
- Coral Plant
- Coral Flower
Description
Rochelia pygmaea (also called Pygmy Rochelia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant with a slender stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rochelia pygmaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil amendment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rochelia pygmaea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rochelia pygmaea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil.
Where to Find Rochelia pygmaea
Rochelia pygmaea is native to South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, near rivers and streams, and in wet areas.
Rochelia pygmaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rochelia pygmaea?
Rochelia pygmaea
What are the common names of Rochelia pygmaea?
Pygmaea, Pygmaea, and Pygmaea
What is the natural habitat of Rochelia pygmaea?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Rochelia genus
Rochelia chitralensis,
Rochelia claviculata,
Rochelia disperma,
Rochelia cancellata,
Rochelia campanulata,
Rochelia pamirica,
Rochelia persica,
Rochelia laxa,
Rochelia leiosperma,
Rochelia mirheydari,
Rochelia pygmaea,
Rochelia retrosepala,
Rochelia bungei,
Rochelia cardiosepala,
Rochelia jackabaghi,
Rochelia leiocarpa,
Rochelia peduncularis,
Rochelia rectipes,
Rochelia disperma,
Rochelia stylaris,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,