Randia ovalifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 46: 52 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336386
Common Names
- Randia ovalifolia
- Ovalifolia Randia
- Ovalifolia Randia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Randia ovalifolia (also called 'Oval-leaved Randia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in rainforests, secondary forests, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Randia ovalifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Randia ovalifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Randia ovalifolia is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central America and grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Randia ovalifolia
Randia ovalifolia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Randia ovalifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Randia ovalifolia?
Randia ovalifolia
What is the family of Randia ovalifolia?
Rubiaceae
What is the distribution of Randia ovalifolia?
Central 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-216746: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.