Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. f. & Wilson
Source:
tro
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 2: 121 92 f. 6 1854
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172303
Common Names
- Racopilum robustum
- Robustum Moss
- Forked Haircap Moss
Description
Racopilum robustum (also called Robust Racopilum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit and is native to tropical Africa. It grows in shady, moist habitats, such as in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Racopilum robustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Racopilum robustum has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and green with white veins.
Where to Find Racopilum robustum
Racopilum robustum can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Racopilum robustum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Racopilum robustum?
Racopilum robustum
What type of plant is Racopilum robustum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Racopilum robustum found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Racopilum genus
Racopilum africanum,
Racopilum angustistipulaceum,
Racopilum ayresii,
Racopilum brevipes,
Racopilum buettneri,
Racopilum capense,
Racopilum cardotii,
Racopilum chevalieri,
Racopilum crassicuspidatum,
Racopilum cuspidigerum,
Racopilum fernandezianum,
Racopilum gracile,
Racopilum gracillimum,
Racopilum intermedium,
Racopilum laxirete,
Racopilum leptocarpum,
Racopilum leptotapes,
Racopilum macrocarpum,
Racopilum madagassum,
Racopilum magnirete,
Racopilum marginatum,
Racopilum mauritianum,
Racopilum microdictyon,
Racopilum microides,
Racopilum mougeotianum,
Racopilum naumannii,
Racopilum orthocarpioides,
Racopilum orthocarpum,
Racopilum pectinatum,
Racopilum penzigii,
Racopilum perrieri,
Racopilum plicatum,
Racopilum polythrincium,
Racopilum robustum,
Racopilum spectabile,
Racopilum strumiferum,
Racopilum thomeanum,
Racopilum tomentosum,
Racopilum ugandae,
Racopilum verrucosum,
Racopilum squarrifolium,
Racopilum niutense,
Racopilum tubiforme,
Species in the Racopilaceae family
Powellia involutifolia,
Powelliopsis subelimbata,
Powelliopsis integra,
Powelliopsis pocsii,
Powelliopsis elliptica,
Racopilum africanum,
Racopilum angustistipulaceum,
Racopilum ayresii,
Racopilum brevipes,
Racopilum buettneri,
Racopilum capense,
Racopilum cardotii,
Racopilum chevalieri,
Racopilum crassicuspidatum,
Racopilum cuspidigerum,
Racopilum fernandezianum,
Racopilum gracile,
Racopilum gracillimum,
Racopilum intermedium,
Racopilum laxirete,
Racopilum leptocarpum,
Racopilum leptotapes,
Racopilum macrocarpum,
Racopilum madagassum,
Racopilum magnirete,
Racopilum marginatum,
Racopilum mauritianum,
Racopilum microdictyon,
Racopilum microides,
Racopilum mougeotianum,
Racopilum naumannii,
Racopilum orthocarpioides,
Racopilum orthocarpum,
Racopilum pectinatum,
Racopilum penzigii,
Racopilum perrieri,
Racopilum plicatum,
Racopilum polythrincium,
Racopilum robustum,
Racopilum spectabile,
Racopilum strumiferum,
Racopilum thomeanum,
Racopilum tomentosum,
Racopilum ugandae,
Racopilum verrucosum,
Racopilum squarrifolium,
Racopilum niutense,
Racopilum tubiforme,
Timokoponenia parvula,