Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 357 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295446
Common Names
- Ferruginea
- Silverbush
- Remijia
Synonyms
- Remijia hilarii DC. [illegitimate]
- Cinchona candollei G.Don [valid]
- Cinchona ferruginea A.St.-Hil. [valid]
- Cinchona remijiana A.St.-Hil. [valid]
- Cinchona remyana Spreng. [valid]
- Cinchona vellozoi A.St.-Hil. [valid]
Description
Remijia ferruginea (also called Remijia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of Central and South America. It has dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It is found in wet forests, open woodlands, and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Remijia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Remijia ferruginea has white to pink flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Remijia ferruginea is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Remijia ferruginea are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Remijia ferruginea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Remijia ferruginea
Remijia ferruginea can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Remijia ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Remijia ferruginea?
Remijia ferruginea
What is the common name of Remijia ferruginea?
Ferruginous Remijia
Where is Remijia ferruginea native to?
South America
Species in the Remijia genus
Remijia amazonica,
Remijia amphithrix,
Remijia argentea,
Remijia asperula,
Remijia berryi,
Remijia chelomaphylla,
Remijia cinchonicarpa,
Remijia delascioi,
Remijia densiflora,
Remijia duckei,
Remijia ferruginea,
Remijia firmula,
Remijia glomerata,
Remijia grazielae,
Remijia hirsuta,
Remijia hispida,
Remijia kuhlmannii,
Remijia leiocalyx,
Remijia longifolia,
Remijia macrocnemia,
Remijia macrophylla,
Remijia maguirei,
Remijia marahuacensis,
Remijia morilloi,
Remijia pacimonica,
Remijia paniculata,
Remijia physophora,
Remijia pilosinervula,
Remijia reducta,
Remijia roraimae,
Remijia sessilis,
Remijia sipapoensis,
Remijia steyermarkii,
Remijia tenuiflora,
Remijia trianae,
Remijia ulei,
Remijia uniflora,
Remijia vaupesiana,
Remijia vellozoi,
Remijia wurdackii,
Remijia aracamuniensis,
Remijia globosa,
Remijia hubbardiorum,
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,