Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hebecarpa
ID:
295173

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 213 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294505

Common Names

  • Hebecarp Randia
  • Hebecarp Ironwood
  • Hebecarp Ironwood

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Synonyms

  • Basanacantha hebecarpa (Benth.) Hook.f. ex K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Randia hebecarpa (also called White Indigo Berry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has white flowers and small, round, yellow-green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Randia hebecarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Randia hebecarpa are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia hebecarpa is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical America and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems.

Where to Find Randia hebecarpa

Randia hebecarpa is native to Central America, from Guatemala to Costa Rica.

Randia hebecarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia hebecarpa?

Randia hebecarpa

What is the family of Randia hebecarpa?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Randia hebecarpa?

Hebecarpous 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-176335: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.