Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sepium
ID:
1329939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & E.Martínez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 57: 11 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342393

Common Names

  • Randia sepium
  • Sepium Randia
  • Randia

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Description

Randia sepium (also called the Caribbean Boxwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Randia sepium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Randia sepium is a small, white, tubular flower with a short, curved beak. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia sepium is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Randia sepium

Randia sepium can be found in tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Randia sepium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia sepium?

Randia sepium

What is the family of Randia sepium?

Rubiaceae

What is the habitat of Randia sepium?

Tropical forests

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

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Esteban Martínez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Martínez' in the authors string.