Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 10: 331 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297302
Common Names
- Longifolia Rinzia
- Longifolia Rinzia Plant
- Longifolia Rinzia Tree
Description
Rinzia longifolia (also called Longifolia 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 longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rinzia longifolia has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rinzia longifolia 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 longifolia
Rinzia longifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.
Rinzia longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rinzia longifolia?
Rinzia longifolia
What type of plant is Rinzia longifolia?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Rinzia longifolia native to?
China
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,