Rinzia rubra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Trudgen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 5: 427 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297305
Common Names
- Rubra Rinzia
- Rubra Rinzia Plant
- Rubra Rinzia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rinzia rubra (also called Red 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 rubra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rinzia rubra has yellow flowers with dark centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thick, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rinzia rubra is a small shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take several months. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Rinzia rubra
Rinzia rubra can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and France.
Rinzia rubra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rinzia rubra?
Rinzia rubra
What type of plant is Rinzia rubra?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Rinzia rubra 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179107: Based on the initial data import
Malcolm Eric Trudgen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trudgen' in the authors string.