Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albosericea
ID:
126935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colenso

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. xx. 1887 (1888) 195.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126264

Common Names

  • White Raoulia
  • White Mat Raoulia
  • White Mat-Raoulia

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Synonyms

  • Raoulia hookeri albosericea Allan [unknown]
  • Raoulia australis albosericea (Colenso) Kirk [unknown]

Description

Raoulia albosericea (also called White Raoulia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has an erect stem and its leaves are alternate, linear and covered with hairs. Its flowers are white and have a diameter of 1 cm. It grows in alpine grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Raoulia albosericea is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is often used as a ground cover in rock gardens. It has small, white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as a border plant or in a container garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Raoulia albosericea flower is a small, white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Raoulia albosericea is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Raoulia albosericea

Raoulia albosericea can be found in New Zealand, growing in dry areas.

Raoulia albosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Raoulia albosericea?

Raoulia albosericea

What is the common name of Raoulia albosericea?

White-woolly Raoulia

What is the natural habitat of Raoulia albosericea?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in South Africa

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-87303: Based on the initial data import
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.