Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lonicerioides
ID:
295256

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer & Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 47: 40 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294588

Common Names

  • Lonicerioides Randia
  • Honeysuckle-leaved Randia
  • Honeysuckle-leaved Boxwood

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Description

Randia lonicerioides (also called honeysuckle-leaved 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 lonicerioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Randia lonicerioides are white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are green and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia lonicerioides is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Randia lonicerioides

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

Randia lonicerioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia lonicerioides?

Randia lonicerioides

What is the common name of Randia lonicerioides?

Lonicera-like randiapalm

What is the natural habitat of Randia lonicerioides?

Tropical rainforests 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-176412: Based on the initial data import
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.