Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
icosandra
ID:
1414885

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 28: 85 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427350

Common Names

  • Rinzia icosandra
  • Icosandra Rinzia
  • Icosandra

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Description

Rinzia icosandra (also called Icosandra Rinzia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rinzia icosandra is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rinzia icosandra has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape and have a long, protruding stigma. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rinzia icosandra is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Rinzia icosandra

Rinzia icosandra is native to South America and can be found in moist, lowland forests.

Rinzia icosandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rinzia icosandra?

Rinzia icosandra

What type of plant is Rinzia icosandra?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Rinzia icosandra found?

It is found in Mexico and Central America

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

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.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.