Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pterocarpa
ID:
295382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence & Dwyer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 47: 43 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294714

Common Names

  • Pterocarpa Randia
  • Pterocarpa Wild Coffee
  • Pterocarpa Randia

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Description

Randia pterocarpa (also called Pterocarpus raintree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist forests, savannas, and disturbed habitats. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 5 m tall, with opposite, simple leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Randia pterocarpa 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 pterocarpa are white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia pterocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Randia pterocarpa

Randia pterocarpa is native to Mexico and Central America.

Randia pterocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia pterocarpa?

Randia pterocarpa

What is the common name of Randia pterocarpa?

Winged-fruit Indigo Berry

What is the natural habitat of Randia pterocarpa?

Randia pterocarpa 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-176531: 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.