Rondeletia acunae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acunae
ID:
298245
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi & M.Fernández
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 31: 147 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297577
Common Names
- Acuna's Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Acuna
- Rondeletia Acunae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rondeletia acunae (also called Acuna Rondeletia, 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
Rondeletia acunae has been used as an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and parks. It has also been used to make traditional medicines and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rondeletia acunae has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rondeletia acunae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet (3 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 Rondeletia acunae
Rondeletia acunae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Rondeletia acunae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia acunae?
Rondeletia acunae
What type of plant is Rondeletia acunae?
It is a shrub
Where is Rondeletia acunae found?
It is found in Central America
Species in the Rondeletia genus
Rondeletia acunae, Rondeletia adamsii, Rondeletia alaternoides, Rondeletia americana, Rondeletia amplexicaulis, Rondeletia anguillensis, Rondeletia anomala, Rondeletia apiculata, Rondeletia areolata, Rondeletia arida, Rondeletia aristeguietae, Rondeletia aurantiaca, Rondeletia avenia, Rondeletia azulensis, Rondeletia baracoensis, Rondeletia barahonensis, Rondeletia belizensis, Rondeletia berteroana, Rondeletia bicolor, Rondeletia bissei, Rondeletia brachyantha, Rondeletia brachyphylla, Rondeletia bracteosa, Rondeletia brauseana, Rondeletia brigandina, Rondeletia buxifolia, Rondeletia cacuminis, Rondeletia calophylla, Rondeletia camarioca, Rondeletia carnea, Rondeletia chamaebuxifolia, Rondeletia chinajensis, Rondeletia christii, Rondeletia cincta, Rondeletia clarendonensis, Rondeletia combsii, Rondeletia combsioides, Rondeletia conferta, Rondeletia convoluta, Rondeletia coronata, Rondeletia crassinervis, Rondeletia cristalensis, Rondeletia cumanensis, Rondeletia cymulosa, Rondeletia daphnoides, Rondeletia dilatata, Rondeletia diplocalyx, Rondeletia disperma, Rondeletia dolphinensis, Rondeletia domatiata,
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-179399: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Mayra Fernández (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fernández' in the authors string.