Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
milleri
ID:
337062

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Block

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 28: 150 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336394

Common Names

  • Robbrechtia milleri
  • Milleri
  • Robbrechtia

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Description

Robbrechtia milleri (also called 'Miller's Robbrechtia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in rainforests, secondary forests, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Robbrechtia milleri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Robbrechtia milleri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robbrechtia milleri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Once seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Robbrechtia milleri

Robbrechtia milleri is native to Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Robbrechtia milleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Robbrechtia milleri?

Robbrechtia milleri

What is the common name of Robbrechtia milleri?

Miller's Robbrechtia

What is the natural habitat of Robbrechtia milleri?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Robbrechtia genus

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-216755: Based on the initial data import
Petra De Block: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Block' in the authors string.