Ridsdalea leytensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.T.Pereira & Ridsdale) J.T.Pereira
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 21: 47 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347934
Common Names
- Ridsdalea Leytensis
- Leyte Ridsdalea
- Leyte Lecythis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ridsdalea leytensis (also called 'Leytensis', among many other common names) is a small shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ridsdalea leytensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ridsdalea leytensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ridsdalea leytensis is a tropical perennial that can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Ridsdalea leytensis
Ridsdalea leytensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the countries of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Ridsdalea leytensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ridsdalea leytensis?
Ridsdalea leytensis
What is the family of Ridsdalea leytensis?
Rubiaceae
Where is Ridsdalea leytensis found?
Philippines
Species in the Ridsdalea genus
Ridsdalea anisophylloides, Ridsdalea attopevensis, Ridsdalea daweishanensis, Ridsdalea eucodon, Ridsdalea forsteniana, Ridsdalea graciliflora, Ridsdalea grandis, Ridsdalea kampucheana, Ridsdalea lagunensis, Ridsdalea leytensis, Ridsdalea macromera, Ridsdalea merrillii, Ridsdalea negrosensis, Ridsdalea nigrescens, Ridsdalea pseudoternifolia, Ridsdalea pulcherrima, Ridsdalea schoemannii, Ridsdalea sootepensis, Ridsdalea thailandica, Ridsdalea uranthera, Ridsdalea uvarioides, Ridsdalea venalis, Ridsdalea vidalii, Ridsdalea vietnamensis, Ridsdalea wittii, Ridsdalea kassamensis, Ridsdalea papuana, Ridsdalea puffiana, Ridsdalea sundaensis, Ridsdalea alba, Ridsdalea quadrasii,
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
Colin Ernest Ridsdale (1944-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridsdale' in the authors string.
Joan T. Pereira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Pereira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77160532-1: Based on the initial data import