Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi & E.Martínez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 55: 18 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335558
Description
Randia colimensis (also called Colima Randia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has a single stem and produces white or pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It grows in well-drained soils in sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Randia colimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control, as a ground cover, and as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Randia colimensis has small, white, five-petaled flowers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Randia colimensis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a shrub with small, white flowers. The plant can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Randia colimensis
Randia colimensis can be found in Mexico.
Randia colimensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Randia colimensis?
Randia colimensis
What is the family of Randia colimensis?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Randia colimensis?
Colima Randia
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,