Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pectidifolia
ID:
297353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 25: 37 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296685

Common Names

  • Richardia pectidifolia
  • Pectidifolia Richardia
  • Pectidifolia Coralberry

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Synonyms

  • Richardia muricata pectidifolia (Urb.) W.H.Lewis & Oliv. [valid]
  • Diodia pectidifolia Urb. [valid]

Description

Richardia pectidifolia (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 pectidifolia 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 pectidifolia has white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Richardia pectidifolia are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Richardia pectidifolia have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Richardia pectidifolia 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 pectidifolia

Richardia pectidifolia can be found in Central and South America.

Richardia pectidifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Richardia pectidifolia?

Richardia pectidifolia

What is the common name of Richardia pectidifolia?

Pectidifolia Richardia

What is the natural habitat of Richardia pectidifolia?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:221160-2: Based on the initial data import