Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferox
ID:
295123

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 387 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294455

Common Names

  • Ferocious Randia
  • Ferocious Ironwood
  • Ferocious Ironwood

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Synonyms

  • Solena ferox (Cham. & Schltdl.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Gardenia ferox Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]

Description

Randia ferox (also called fierce raintree, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and long, narrow leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Randia ferox is used for its medicinal properties. The leaves are used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. The bark is used to treat skin conditions and the roots are used to treat toothache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Randia ferox has small, white flowers with 5 petals and yellow anthers. The fruit is a small, globose berry with a single seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia ferox is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Randia ferox

Randia ferox is native to the Caribbean region and Central America.

Randia ferox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia ferox?

Randia ferox

What is the common name of Randia ferox?

Ferocious Indigo Berry

What is the natural habitat of Randia ferox?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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,