Ridsdalea papuana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
J.T.Pereira
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 22: 84 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347954
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Ridsdalea papuana (also called Papuan Ridsdalea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Papua New Guinea. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Ridsdalea papuana is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ridsdalea papuana has small, white flowers that are borne in dense spikes. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ridsdalea papuana is a shrub species that is native to Papua New Guinea. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and layering should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ridsdalea papuana
Ridsdalea papuana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Ridsdalea papuana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ridsdalea papuana?
Ridsdalea papuana
What type of plant is Ridsdalea papuana?
Herb
Where is Ridsdalea papuana found?
Papua New Guinea
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
Joan T. Pereira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Pereira' in the authors string.
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