Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sonorensis
ID:
295441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiggins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Contr. Dudley Herb. 3: 75 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294773

Common Names

  • Sonorensis Randia
  • Sonorensis Whiteywood
  • Sonorensis' Randia

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Description

Randia sonorensis (also called Sonoran Indigo Berry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Randia sonorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Randia sonorensis is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia sonorensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Randia sonorensis

Randia sonorensis can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Randia sonorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia sonorensis?

Randia sonorensis

What is the common name of Randia sonorensis?

Sonorensis

What is the natural habitat of Randia sonorensis?

Tropical forests of Central and South 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,

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