Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pittieri
ID:
295371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 20: 201 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294703

Common Names

  • Pittieri Randia
  • Pittieri Wild Coffee
  • Pittieri Randia

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Synonyms

  • Basanacantha pittieri Standl. [valid]

Description

Randia pittieri (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 pittieri 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 pittieri 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 pittieri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F).

Where to Find Randia pittieri

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

Randia pittieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia pittieri?

Randia pittieri

What is the common name of Randia pittieri?

Pittier's Indigo Berry

What is the natural habitat of Randia pittieri?

Randia pittieri 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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