Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rhombifolius
ID:
959515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 61: 117 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958853

Common Names

  • Rhombifolius Amaracarpus
  • Rhombifolius Cherry
  • Rhombifolius Apple

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Description

Amaracarpus rhombifolius (also called 'Rhombifolius Amaracarpus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with rhombic, ovate leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and woodlands. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Amaracarpus rhombifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amaracarpus rhombifolius is yellow, with five petals and a red center. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaracarpus rhombifolius is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Amaracarpus rhombifolius

Amaracarpus rhombifolius is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,