Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubrifructa
ID:
1335169

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bittrich & J.E.Nascim.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 288(1): 86 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347623


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Description

Clusia rubrifructa (also called Red-fruited Clusia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem. It is native to the Caribbean. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Clusia rubrifructa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clusia rubrifructa has small yellow flowers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clusia rubrifructa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to control growth and shape the shrub.

Where to Find Clusia rubrifructa

Clusia rubrifructa is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Clusia rubrifructa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clusia rubrifructa?

Clusia rubrifructa

What is the common name of Clusia rubrifructa?

Red-Fruited Clusia

What is the natural habitat of Clusia rubrifructa?

Clusia rubrifructa is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, growing in dry, open, and rocky areas.

Species in the Clusia genus

Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii, Clusia alata, Clusia amabilis, Clusia amazonica, Clusia androphora, Clusia angustifolia, Clusia annularis, Clusia araracuarae, Clusia aripoensis, Clusia aristeguietae, Clusia articulata, Clusia asymmetrica, Clusia aymardii, Clusia belizensis, Clusia bernardoi, Clusia bicolor, Clusia botryoidea, Clusia brachycarpa, Clusia brachystyla, Clusia bracteosa, Clusia brittonii, Clusia brongniartiana, Clusia burchellii, Clusia burle-marxii, Clusia caicedoi, Clusia cajamarcensis, Clusia cajambrensis, Clusia calimae, Clusia callosa, Clusia candelabrum, Clusia carachensis, Clusia cardonae, Clusia carinata, Clusia cassinioides, Clusia caudata, Clusia celiae, Clusia centricupula, Clusia cerroana, Clusia chiribiquetensis, Clusia chusqueae, Clusia clarendonensis, Clusia clusioides, Clusia cochlanthera, Clusia cochliformis, Clusia cochlitheca,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

References

Volker Bittrich (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bittrich' in the authors string.
José E. Do Nascimento-Jr. (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Nascim.' in the authors string.