Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lem.) Boggan, L.E.Skog & Roalson
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 29: 168 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741634
Common Names
- Ruddy Amalophyllon
- Ruddy Amalophyllum
- Ruddy Amalophyllus
Description
Amalophyllon rubidum (also called Rubidum Amalophyllon, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Amalophyllon rubidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known to be an air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Amalophyllon rubidum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amalophyllon rubidum is an evergreen, perennial, climbing shrub with glossy, oval leaves and tubular, two-lipped, pink flowers in spring and summer. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer, or from seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade.
Where to Find Amalophyllon rubidum
Amalophyllon rubidum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America.
Amalophyllon rubidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amalophyllon rubidum?
Amalophyllon rubidum
What type of plant is Amalophyllon rubidum?
Herb
Where is Amalophyllon rubidum found?
South America
Species in the Amalophyllon genus
Amalophyllon rupestre,
Amalophyllon albiflorum,
Amalophyllon caripense,
Amalophyllon clarkii,
Amalophyllon divaricatum,
Amalophyllon laceratum,
Amalophyllon macrophylloides,
Amalophyllon macrophyllum,
Amalophyllon parviflorum,
Amalophyllon repens,
Amalophyllon roezlii,
Amalophyllon rubidum,
Amalophyllon ecuadoranum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,