Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
295014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 4: 368 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294346

Common Names

  • Bolivian Randia
  • Bolivian Randia Tree
  • Bolivian Randia Shrub

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Description

Randia boliviana (also called Bolivian randi, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 3-5 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and northern South America, and is found in dry and moist forests. It has alternate, simple, entire leaves, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Randia boliviana is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Randia boliviana is a white or yellowish-white, tubular, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia boliviana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained medium. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Randia boliviana

Randia boliviana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Randia boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia boliviana?

Randia boliviana

What are the common names of Randia boliviana?

Bolivian raintree, Bolivian randi, and Wild lime

What is the natural habitat of Randia boliviana?

Tropical forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Randia genus

Randia aculeata, Randia acunae, Randia altiscandens, Randia amazonasensis, Randia aristeguietae, Randia armata, Randia asperifolia, Randia boliviana, Randia brenesii, Randia brevipes, Randia calycina, Randia calycosa, Randia canescens, Randia capitata, Randia carlosiana, Randia chiapensis, Randia ciliolata, Randia cinerea, Randia cookii, Randia costata, Randia cubana, Randia dioica, Randia echinocarpa, Randia erythrocarpa, Randia ferox, Randia genipifolia, Randia genipoides, Randia gentryi, Randia grandifolia, Randia grayumii, Randia guerrerensis, Randia hebecarpa, Randia hidalgensis, Randia hondensis, Randia induta, Randia laetevirens, Randia laevigata, Randia lasiantha, Randia longifolia, Randia longiloba, Randia lonicerioides, Randia malacocarpa, Randia martinicensis, Randia matudae, Randia mayana, Randia micracantha, Randia mira, Randia mollifolia, Randia monantha, Randia nelsonii,

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,

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