Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emetica
ID:
298235

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Mém. Rubiac. : 90 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297567

Common Names

  • Ronabea Emetica
  • Emetic Ronabea
  • Emetic Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria emetica L.f. [valid]
  • Uragoga emetica Baill. [valid]
  • Cephaëlis emetica Pers. [valid]
  • Evea emetica (Vell.) Stellfeld [valid]

Description

Ronabea emetica (also called 'Emetic Ronabea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 2–5 m tall, with a trunk up to 15 cm diameter. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ronabea emetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ronabea emetica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ronabea emetica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 15 feet (4.5 m) in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ronabea emetica

Ronabea emetica can be found in Central and South America.

Ronabea emetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ronabea emetica?

Ronabea emetica

What is the family of Ronabea emetica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Ronabea emetica?

Emetic Daisy

Species in the Ronabea 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-179388: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.