Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laetevirens
ID:
295221

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 1377 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294553

Common Names

  • Laetevirens Randia
  • White-flowered Randia
  • White-flowered Boxwood

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Description

Randia laetevirens (also called glossy wild lime, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Randia laetevirens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Randia laetevirens is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia laetevirens is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Randia laetevirens

Randia laetevirens can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Randia laetevirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia laetevirens?

Randia laetevirens

What type of plant is Randia laetevirens?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Randia laetevirens native to?

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,

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