Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
isanae
ID:
337064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.H.Kirkbr.) C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 74: 39 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336396

Common Names

  • Ronabea isanae
  • Isanae
  • Ronabea

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria isanae J.H.Kirkbr. [valid]

Description

Ronabea isanae (also called Isanae Ronabea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to Yunnan province in China. It typically grows in forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Ronabea isanae 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 Ronabea isanae 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

Ronabea isanae 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 Ronabea isanae

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

Ronabea isanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ronabea isanae?

Ronabea isanae

What is the common name of Ronabea isanae?

Isanae Ronabea

What is the natural habitat of Ronabea isanae?

Tropical rainforests

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-216757: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.