Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolius
ID:
216725

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev. ex Hepper) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 45: 287 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216054

Common Names

  • Hymenocoleus rotundifolius
  • Round-leaved Hymenocoleus
  • Hymenocoleus Rotundifolius

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga melanochlora K.Schum. [valid]
  • Geophila rotundifolia A.Chev. ex Hepper [valid]

Description

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius (also called Rotundifoliate Hymenocoleus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It grows in lowland rainforest, montane rainforest, and dry deciduous forest.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenocoleus rotundifolius is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept well-watered.

Where to Find Hymenocoleus rotundifolius

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenocoleus rotundifolius?

Hymenocoleus rotundifolius

What type of plant is Hymenocoleus rotundifolius?

Herb

Where is Hymenocoleus rotundifolius found?

South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101193: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.