Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dimorphandra
ID:
297968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex Benth.) Trudgen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 5: 430 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297300

Common Names

  • Dimorphandra Rinzia
  • Dimorphandra Rinzia Plant
  • Dimorphandra Rinzia Tree

Searching for Rinzia dimorphandra? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Rinzia dimorphandra (also called Dimorphandra 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 dimorphandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rinzia dimorphandra has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

Searching for Rinzia dimorphandra? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rinzia dimorphandra 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 dimorphandra

Rinzia dimorphandra can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.

Rinzia dimorphandra FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Rinzia dimorphandra?

The optimal soil pH for Rinzia dimorphandra is 6.0-7.0.

What is the optimal light exposure for Rinzia dimorphandra?

The optimal light exposure for Rinzia dimorphandra is partial shade.

What is the optimal temperature range for Rinzia dimorphandra?

The optimal temperature range for Rinzia dimorphandra is 10-25°C.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179102: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Malcolm Eric Trudgen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trudgen' in the authors string.