Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
1305674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Magenta & Pirani) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 167(3): 325 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318128

Common Names

  • Aldama rubra
  • Rubra Aldama
  • Aldama rubra Plant

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Description

Aldama rubra (also called 'Red Aldama', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid forests, often in areas with rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aldama rubra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aldama rubra is small, yellow, and cup-shaped. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aldama rubra is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean islands and is widely cultivated in tropical climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Aldama rubra

Aldama rubra can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Aldama rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aldama rubra?

Aldama rubra

What is the common name of Aldama rubra?

Red aldama

Where is Aldama rubra native to?

Brazil

Species in the Aldama genus

Aldama mesoamericana, Aldama dentata, Aldama arenaria, Aldama aspilioides, Aldama bakeriana, Aldama bracteata, Aldama filifolia, Aldama santacatarinensis, Aldama subtruncata, Aldama tenuifolia, Aldama trichophylla, Aldama veredensis, Aldama vernonioides, Aldama kunthiana, Aldama laxicymosa, Aldama meridionalis, Aldama oblongifolia, Aldama robusta, Aldama rubra, Aldama gardneri, Aldama goyasensis, Aldama goyazii, Aldama grandiflora, Aldama knobiana, Aldama discolor, Aldama adenotricha, Aldama amphichlora, Aldama anchusifolia, Aldama angustifolia, Aldama apiculata, Aldama atacamensis, Aldama australis, Aldama bishopii, Aldama brandegeei, Aldama buddlejiformis, Aldama brittonii, Aldama breviflosculosa, Aldama canescens, Aldama congesta, Aldama coraniana, Aldama cordifolia, Aldama cornifolia, Aldama densifolia, Aldama dilloniorum, Aldama ellenbergii, Aldama emaciata, Aldama ensifolia, Aldama excelsa, Aldama fabrisii, Aldama flava,

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

José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.
Mara Angelina Galvão Magenta (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magenta' in the authors string.
José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.