Rondeletia cincta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cincta
ID:
298329
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 329 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297661
Common Names
- Cincta Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Cincta
- Rondeletia's Cincta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rondeletia cincta (also called Cincta, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It has leathery, glossy, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rondeletia cincta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rondeletia cincta are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Rondeletia cincta is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to shape and size and can be propagated by layering or cuttings.
Where to Find Rondeletia cincta
Rondeletia cincta can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Rondeletia cincta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia cincta?
Rondeletia cincta
What is the family of Rondeletia cincta?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Rondeletia cincta?
Cincta Rose
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-179478: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.