Richardia gandarae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rzed.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 44: 77 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296669
Common Names
- Richardia gandarae
- Gandara's Richardia
- Gandara's Coralberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Richardia gandarae (also called Richardia, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Richardia gandarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Richardia gandarae has white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Richardia gandarae are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Richardia gandarae have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Richardia gandarae is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 8 weeks.
Where to Find Richardia gandarae
Richardia gandarae can be found in Central and South America.
Richardia gandarae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Richardia gandarae?
Richardia gandarae
What is the common name of Richardia gandarae?
Gandara's Richardia
What is the natural habitat of Richardia gandarae?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Richardia genus
Richardia scabra, Richardia arenicola, Richardia boliviensis, Richardia brasiliensis, Richardia ciliata, Richardia coldenioides, Richardia cruciata, Richardia gandarae, Richardia grandiflora, Richardia humistrata, Richardia lomensis, Richardia muricata, Richardia pectidifolia, Richardia pedicellata, Richardia schumannii, Richardia stellaris, Richardia tricocca,
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-178472: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.