Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 1: 154 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297570
Common Names
- Ronabea Latifolia
- Broad-leaf Ronabea
- Broad-leaf Orchid
Synonyms
- Mapouria subsessilis Müll.Arg. [valid]
- Mapouria subsessilis angustifolia Müll.Arg. [valid]
- Mapouria subsessilis latifolia Müll.Arg. [valid]
- Appunia parviflora Lundell [valid]
- Psychotria axillaris Willd. [illegitimate]
- Psychotria erecta (Aubl.) Standl. & Steyerm. [valid]
- Psychotria erecta fluctuans (Standl.) Steyerm. [valid]
- Psychotria fluctuans Standl. [valid]
- Psychotria fluctuans latifolia Standl. [valid]
- Ronabea erecta Aubl. [valid]
- Ronabea latifolia hispidula Bremek. [valid]
- Ronabea viscoides A.Rich. [valid]
- Uragoga latifolia (Aubl.) Kuntze [valid]
- Psychotria fluctuans angustifolia Standl. [valid]
- Coffea subsessilis Benth. [illegitimate]
- Mapouria subsessilis genuina Müll.Arg. [invalid]
Description
Ronabea latifolia (also called Broadleaf Ronabea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a greyish-green bark and small white flowers. It is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ronabea latifolia 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 latifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ronabea latifolia 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 latifolia
Ronabea latifolia can be found in Central and South America.
Ronabea latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ronabea latifolia?
Ronabea latifolia
What is the family of Ronabea latifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Ronabea latifolia?
Broadleaf 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,