Randia crucis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi & Salas-Mor.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 54: 60 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332882
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Randia crucis (also called 'Cross Randia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in wet, coastal areas and is often found in mangrove swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Randia crucis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Randia crucis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Randia crucis is best propagated by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize regularly to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Randia crucis
Randia crucis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and parts of China.
Randia crucis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Randia crucis?
Randia crucis
What type of plant is Randia crucis?
Randia crucis is a shrub or small tree.
Where can Randia crucis be found?
Randia crucis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
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,
References
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Silvia H. Salas-Morales: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salas-Mor.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119060-1: Based on the initial data import