Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
295355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 25 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294687

Common Names

  • Small-leaf-berry
  • Small-leaf-bush
  • Small-leaf-tree

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Synonyms

  • Gardenia parvifolia F.Dietr. [valid]

Description

Randia parvifolia (also called White indigoberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Bolivia and Brazil, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Randia parvifolia has many non-medical uses, such as being used as an ornamental plant, a hedge plant, a windbreak, and a source of timber. It can also be used for erosion control and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Randia parvifolia are white, fragrant and tubular. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia parvifolia is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Randia parvifolia

Randia parvifolia is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Peru, and Brazil.

Randia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia parvifolia?

Randia parvifolia

What is the common name of Randia parvifolia?

Small-leaved Indigo Berry

What is the natural habitat of Randia parvifolia?

Randia parvifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

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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