Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) Trudgen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 5: 426 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297295
Common Names
- Carnosa Rinzia
- Carnosa Rinzia Plant
- Carnosa Rinzia Tree
Description
Rinzia carnosa (also called Carnose Rinzia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has glossy green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rinzia carnosa has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Rinzia carnosa has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Rinzia carnosa are small and black. Seedlings: Rinzia carnosa seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rinzia carnosa is a fast-growing annual plant that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed in the spring or by cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Rinzia carnosa
Rinzia carnosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.
Rinzia carnosa FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Rinzia carnosa?
The optimal soil pH for Rinzia carnosa is 6.0-7.0.
What is the optimal light exposure for Rinzia carnosa?
The optimal light exposure for Rinzia carnosa is partial shade.
What is the optimal temperature range for Rinzia carnosa?
The optimal temperature range for Rinzia carnosa is 10-25°C.
Species in the Rinzia genus
Rinzia affinis,
Rinzia carnosa,
Rinzia communis,
Rinzia crassifolia,
Rinzia dimorphandra,
Rinzia fumana,
Rinzia longifolia,
Rinzia oxycoccoides,
Rinzia rubra,
Rinzia schollerifolia,
Rinzia sessilis,
Rinzia orientalis,
Rinzia polystemonea,
Rinzia ericaea,
Rinzia icosandra,
Rinzia medifila,
Rinzia torquata,
Rinzia triplex,
Rinzia fimbriolata,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,